Mission Chicken
Description
This Mission Chicken is a comforting, international-inspired main course that balances sweet citrus notes with warm spices. The chicken becomes incredibly tender as it slow-cooks in a mixture of thawed orange juice, cinnamon, cloves, and a hint of heat. The addition of halved seedless grapes brings a burst of freshness, while toasted almonds add a delightful crunch. Perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, this dish offers a sophisticated flavor profile with minimal effort. The rich, aromatic sauce pairs beautifully with rice or crusty bread, making it a satisfying meal that brings home-style warmth to your table.Ingredients
Directions
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Brown the chicken pieces in melted butter in a large skillet or a slow cooker with a browning unit until golden on all sides.
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Transfer the browned chicken to the slow cooker pot if not already using one.
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In a small bowl, combine cinnamon, cloves, salt, seasoned salt, thawed orange juice concentrate, water, and hot pepper sauce.
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Pour the orange-spice mixture evenly over the chicken in the slow cooker.
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Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
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Stir the halved seedless grapes into the slow cooker during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
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Transfer the chicken to a serving dish and sprinkle with toasted slivered almonds.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 678.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 34.0g53%
- Saturated Fat 9.4g47%
- Cholesterol 252.5mg85%
- Sodium 232.7mg10%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 76.6g154%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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