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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)
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Spicy & Sweet Chicken Diablo recipe features tender chicken breast cutlets marinated in a flavorful blend of hot sauce, sour cream, ketchup, honey, smoked paprika, and ground cumin. The chicken is pan-seared to a perfect golden brown, then served with a warm, tangy sauce and finished with fresh scallions for a delightful balance of heat and sweetness. Perfect for a quick yet impressive weeknight dinner.

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

  • 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 hot sauce, sour cream, ketchup, honey, smoked paprika, and ground cumin. Whisk together until smooth and well blended creating the flavorful marinade base.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken cutlets in a shallow dish and pour half of the marinade over them, making sure each piece is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably overnight to maximize flavor absorption.
  3. Cook the Garlic: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned to prevent bitterness.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Reduce heat to medium and add the marinated chicken cutlets to the skillet. Cook each side for 5-7 minutes until deeply browned and the internal temperature reaches 165°F, ensuring the chicken is cooked through.
  5. Heat Reserved Marinade: While the chicken is cooking or just before serving, warm the reserved marinade (that was not in contact with raw chicken) gently in a small saucepan over low heat until heated through.
  6. Serve: Arrange the cooked chicken on plates, drizzle generously with the warmed sauce for extra flavor.
  7. Add Garnish: Sprinkle finely chopped scallions on top for a fresh and colorful finishing touch.

Notes

  • Marinate chicken overnight for best flavor; at minimum 30 minutes is recommended.
  • Ensure the internal temperature of chicken reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
  • Do not boil the reserved marinade; heat gently to preserve flavors and avoid curdling sour cream.
  • Use a meat mallet to pound the chicken cutlets thin for even cooking.
  • Adjust hot sauce quantity to suit your heat preference.

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