Description
Spicy & Sweet Chicken Diablo is a flavorful, tangy chicken dish featuring a zesty marinade of hot sauce, sour cream, ketchup, honey, and spices. The chicken cutlets are marinated, pan-cooked until perfectly browned and juicy, then topped with a warm, sweet and spicy sauce, garnished with fresh scallions for a delicious finish. This recipe delivers a balanced kick of heat and sweetness in just 50 minutes, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Marinade Ingredients
- 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 Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast cutlets, thinly pounded
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 scallions, chopped finely
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine the hot sauce, sour cream, ketchup, honey, smoked paprika, and ground cumin. Whisk together until smooth and well blended.
- 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 well coated. Reserve the remaining marinade for later. Cover and refrigerate the chicken; for best flavor, marinate overnight, but at least 30 minutes will work.
- Cook the Garlic: Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Cook the Chicken: Lower the heat to medium. Add the marinated chicken cutlets to the skillet and cook for 10-15 minutes, turning as needed, until they are browned on both sides and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Heat Reserved Marinade: While the chicken is cooking 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.
- Serve: Arrange the cooked chicken on a serving platter or individual plates. Drizzle generously with the warmed sauce.
- Add Garnish: Sprinkle the chopped scallions over the chicken for a fresh, flavorful finish.
Notes
- Marinating overnight enhances flavor and tenderness significantly.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F for safety.
- The reserved marinade must not come in contact with raw chicken to avoid contamination.
- Adjust the amount of hot sauce to control the heat level to your preference.
- Can be served with rice, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
