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Modern Chicken Chocolate Delight

Elevate dinner with this savory-sweet chicken chocolate delight.

4servings
45 min
Intermediate
Worth the slow weekend prepMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Modern Chicken Chocolate Delight

About this recipe

Discover the exquisite blend of flavors in this Chicken Chocolate Delight. Juicy chicken breasts are seasoned and cooked to perfection, then enveloped in a rich chocolate sauce that combines the warmth of spices with the sweetness of chocolate. This gourmet dish is both accessible and impressive, ideal for a creative weeknight meal or a special occasion.

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup chopped onions
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon honey

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; sauté until softened.

  3. 3

    Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, chili, cinnamon, and cayenne.

  4. 4

    Sear chicken in the skillet until golden on both sides.

  5. 5

    Melt chocolate chips in a separate saucepan over low heat.

  6. 6

    Mix melted chocolate with chicken broth and honey, then pour over chicken.

  7. 7

    Transfer skillet to oven; bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

  8. 8

    Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Chef's tip

For a deeper flavor, marinate the chicken with the spices for a few hours before cooking.

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