Chutney Chicken

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Servings: 2 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Sweet and tangy chicken drumsticks glazed with a spiced apple-tomato chutney.
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Chutney Chicken

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 2 Calories: 260.1

Description

This Chutney Chicken offers a delightful twist on traditional Indian flavors, combining tender chicken drumsticks with a vibrant, sweet-and-savory sauce. The chutney is crafted from softened dried apples, plump raisins, and rich tomato sauce, brightened with fresh orange peel and a hint of warmth from ground cloves and hot pepper sauce. The result is a glossy, aromatic glaze that clings beautifully to the meat, balancing sweetness with subtle spice. It&# 226;€™s a quick, comforting weeknight dinner that feels special without the fuss. Serve it over fluffy hot rice to soak up every drop of the flavorful sauce.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Place 1/2 cup water in a microwave-safe 2-cup measure. Microwave on high for 1 to 2 minutes until boiling.
  2. Stir the dried apple pieces into the boiling water. Let stand for 5 minutes to soften, then drain any excess water.
  3. While the apples soften, arrange chicken drumsticks in a shallow microwave-safe baking dish.
  4. Pour 1/4 cup water over the drumsticks. Cover loosely with vented plastic wrap.
  5. Microwave on high for 5 to 6 minutes, rotating the dish a quarter-turn every minute, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  6. Drain the cooking liquid from the chicken. Transfer the drumsticks to a serving platter and cover to keep warm.
  7. In a microwave-safe 4-cup measure, combine the tomato sauce, chopped onions, raisins, cornstarch, orange peel, ground cloves, hot pepper sauce, and the softened dried apples. Stir well to dissolve the cornstarch.
  8. Microwave the sauce mixture on high for 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 minutes, stirring every minute, until thickened and bubbly.
  9. Spoon the warm chutney sauce generously over the chicken drumsticks.
  10. Serve immediately, optionally with hot cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 260.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.3g9%
Saturated Fat 1.3g7%
Cholesterol 20.0mg7%
Sodium 979.9mg41%
Total Carbohydrate 48.4g17%
Dietary Fiber 10.3g42%
Sugars 20.3g
Protein 12.5g25%

* 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, chutney, drumsticks, indian, apple, raisins, tomato, orange, cloves, glaze, quick, dinner, spicy, sweet, savory, microwave, easy, weeknight
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