Raisin Chicken Santa Fe

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A savory-sweet skillet chicken dish with peppers, raisins, and warm spices
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This vibrant skillet dinner marries tender chicken breasts with the bright crunch of sweet and green peppers, the heat of jalape&# 195;±o, and the natural sweetness of plump raisins. The sauce, built from chicken broth, tomato paste, and ground coriander, creates a rich, glossy coating that clings to every bite. It’s a quick, flavorful meal that feels special enough for guests but simple enough for a busy weeknight. Serve it over rice or quinoa to soak up the delicious juices, or pair it with crusty bread. The combination of savory chicken, sweet fruit, and aromatic spices makes this a crowd-pleasing dish that brings a taste of Santa Fe to your table in under 45 minutes.

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Raisin Chicken Santa Fe

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 299.3

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This vibrant skillet dinner marries tender chicken breasts with the bright crunch of sweet and green peppers, the heat of jalape&# 195;±o, and the natural sweetness of plump raisins. The sauce, built from chicken broth, tomato paste, and ground coriander, creates a rich, glossy coating that clings to every bite. It’s a quick, flavorful meal that feels special enough for guests but simple enough for a busy weeknight. Serve it over rice or quinoa to soak up the delicious juices, or pair it with crusty bread. The combination of savory chicken, sweet fruit, and aromatic spices makes this a crowd-pleasing dish that brings a taste of Santa Fe to your table in under 45 minutes.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add chicken breasts and cook until lightly browned on both sides, turning once.
  4. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside on a plate.
  5. Reduce heat to medium and add minced garlic, chopped onion, sliced sweet red pepper, sliced green pepper, and minced jalapeño to the skillet.
  6. Sauté vegetables for 2 minutes until slightly softened.
  7. Stir in defatted chicken broth, raisins, tomato paste, and ground coriander.
  8. Bring mixture to a boil, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  9. Return chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.
  10. Cover and reduce heat to low; simmer for 10 minutes.
  11. Uncover and continue cooking for 10 more minutes until chicken is tender and sauce has slightly reduced.
  12. Taste sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 299.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.7g18%
Saturated Fat 3.1g16%
Cholesterol 139.2mg47%
Sodium 128.8mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 45.2g91%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, skillet, raisins, peppers, jalapeno, coriander, quick dinner, easy recipe, gluten free, family meal, weeknight dinner, one pan, sauteed chicken, savory sweet, healthy main, breast halves, tomato paste, chicken broth, mediterranean style
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