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Spicy & Sweet Chicken Diablo Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes (including marinating time; shortest marinate time 30 minutes)
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Spicy & Sweet Chicken Diablo recipe offers a vibrant fusion of heat and sweetness with a creamy, tangy sauce that perfectly complements tender, thinly pounded chicken breast cutlets. Marinated in a blend of hot sauce, sour cream, ketchup, honey, smoked paprika, and cumin, then pan-seared to juicy perfection, this dish is ideal for a flavorful weeknight dinner. Garnished with fresh scallions, it brings both color and zest to your plate.

Ingredients

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Marinade

  • 1/2 cup hot sauce
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin

Chicken and Cooking

  • 4 chicken breast cutlets, thinly pounded
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 scallions, chopped finely

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine the hot sauce, sour cream, ketchup, honey, smoked paprika, and ground cumin. Whisk until smooth and well blended, creating a flavorful base for the chicken.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breast cutlets in a shallow dish. Pour half of the marinade mixture over the chicken, making sure each piece is thoroughly coated. Reserve the remaining marinade for later. Cover and refrigerate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, ideally overnight, to maximize flavor.
  3. Cook the Garlic: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Reduce heat to medium. Add the marinated chicken cutlets to the skillet and cook for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until both sides are browned and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), ensuring it is fully cooked and juicy.
  5. Heat Reserved Marinade: While the chicken cooks or just before serving, warm the reserved marinade (that has not contacted raw chicken) gently in a small saucepan on the stovetop until heated through to use as a sauce.
  6. Serve: Arrange the cooked chicken on serving plates. Drizzle generously with the heated sauce to infuse extra spicy and sweet flavors.
  7. Add Garnish: Sprinkle chopped scallions over the chicken for a fresh and vibrant finish that adds texture and color to the dish.

Notes

  • Marinating overnight is recommended for the best flavor absorption, but even 30 minutes will make a noticeable difference.
  • Ensure not to use the marinade that touched raw chicken without heating to avoid foodborne illness.
  • Use a meat thermometer to confirm chicken is cooked to a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • Adjust hot sauce quantity to control the heat level according to your preference.
  • Vegetable oil can be substituted with olive oil for a different flavor profile.

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