Chicken Almendrado is a classic Mexican dish that beautifully balances savory, spicy, and sweet flavors. The star of this recipe is the luxurious sauce, made by blending slivered almonds, ground red chiles, and chicken broth into a smooth, nutty emulsion. A touch of cinnamon and vinegar adds complexity, cutting through the richness of the butter and oil. The boneless chicken breasts simmer gently in this aromatic sauce until tender and infused with flavor. It&# 226;ÂÂs an elegant yet approachable meal, perfect for a special weeknight dinner or a festive family gathering. Serve with steamed rice or crusty bread to soak up every drop of the delicious sauce.
Chicken Almendrado
Description
Chicken Almendrado is a classic Mexican dish that beautifully balances savory, spicy, and sweet flavors. The star of this recipe is the luxurious sauce, made by blending slivered almonds, ground red chiles, and chicken broth into a smooth, nutty emulsion. A touch of cinnamon and vinegar adds complexity, cutting through the richness of the butter and oil. The boneless chicken breasts simmer gently in this aromatic sauce until tender and infused with flavor. It&# 226;ÂÂs an elegant yet approachable meal, perfect for a special weeknight dinner or a festive family gathering. Serve with steamed rice or crusty bread to soak up every drop of the delicious sauce.Ingredients
Directions
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Ensure chicken breasts are boneless and trimmed of excess fat.
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Melt margarine and oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat.
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Add chopped onion and sauté, stirring frequently, until tender and translucent, about 5 minutes.
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Stir in chicken broth, 1/4 cup slivered almonds, ground red chiles, vinegar, sugar, and cinnamon.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
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Carefully transfer the hot mixture to a blender container.
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Cover and blend on low speed until the sauce is completely smooth, about 1 minute.
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Return the blended sauce to the skillet.
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Dip each chicken breast into the sauce, ensuring both sides are well coated.
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Place the chicken breasts skin-side up in a single layer in the skillet.
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Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
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Cover and simmer for 45 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and tender.
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Serve the chicken topped with the remaining sauce and sprinkle with additional slivered almonds.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 643.6kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 40.2g62%
- Saturated Fat 6.8g34%
- Cholesterol 141.4mg48%
- Sodium 203.9mg9%
- Total Carbohydrate 12.6g5%
- Dietary Fiber 5.8g24%
- Sugars 3.7g
- Protein 56.9g114%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
