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Spicy Chicken Delight

Savor the Heat with Our Irresistible Spicy Chicken Delight

4servings
30 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Spicy Chicken Delight

About this recipe

Experience a thrilling culinary adventure with our Spicy Chicken Delight. This dish combines the piquant flavors of cayenne and paprika with a sweet and tangy sauce made from hot sauce, honey, and lime juice. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a lively gathering, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken breast
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup hot sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until softened, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Mix paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.

  4. 4

    Season chicken breasts with the spice mixture on both sides.

  5. 5

    Brown the chicken on both sides in the skillet, about 5 minutes each side.

  6. 6

    Whisk chicken broth, hot sauce, honey, soy sauce, and lime juice in a bowl.

  7. 7

    Pour the sauce over the chicken, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes.

  8. 8

    Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.

Chef's tip

For extra heat, consider adding additional cayenne or a splash of sriracha. Adjust sauce thickness by simmering longer or adding more broth.

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