Cinnamon Chicken

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Tender chicken marinated in a sweet, spicy, and citrusy glaze
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Cinnamon Chicken

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 500.9

Description

This Cinnamon Chicken is a vibrant and aromatic dish that balances sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors. The chicken is marinated in a blend of dry sherry, honey, lemon juice, garlic, and cinnamon, resulting in tender, juicy meat with a rich, caramelized glaze. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special family meals, it offers a unique twist on traditional chicken recipes. The combination of warm spices and bright citrus creates a complex flavor profile that is both comforting and exciting. Easy to prepare and packed with bold taste, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177&# 194;°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry sherry, cinnamon, honey, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to form the marinade.
  3. Cut the chicken into pieces and add them to the bowl with the marinade, tossing to coat evenly.
  4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or overnight, to allow the chicken to marinate fully.
  5. Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes while you prepare the sauce.
  6. Pour the marinade into a small saucepan and bring it to a boil over medium heat.
  7. Reduce the heat and simmer the marinade for 5 to 10 minutes, or until it thickens and reduces to about 1 cup.
  8. Heat vegetable oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.
  9. Remove the chicken from the marinade, shaking off any excess, and sear it in the skillet until golden brown on both sides.
  10. Pour the reduced marinade over the chicken in the skillet.
  11. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the glaze is caramelized.
  12. Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 500.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.3g10%
Saturated Fat 1.4g7%
Cholesterol 22.2mg8%
Sodium 5457.4mg228%
Total Carbohydrate 96.3g33%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g29%
Sugars 25.4g
Protein 17.8g36%

* 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, cinnamon, honey, sherry, lemon, garlic, marinade, baked, savory, sweet, spicy, dinner, family, easy, flavorful, tender, glazed, aromatic, weeknight
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