Savory Chicken

This Savory Chicken recipe transforms simple chicken breasts into a flavorful, aromatic dish perfect for weeknight dinners. The chicken is seasoned with a homemade spice blend featuring cumin, cayenne, and thyme, then sautéed until golden brown. It simmers in a savory mixture of beer, garlic, and jalapeños, creating a rich, thick glaze that coats every bite. The result is tender, juicy meat with a subtle kick of heat and deep savory notes.

Cooking Method: Steaming

Cuisine: Mexican

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Advanced

Servings: 1

Calories: 320

Description

This Savory Chicken recipe transforms simple chicken breasts into a flavorful, aromatic dish perfect for weeknight dinners. The chicken is seasoned with a homemade spice blend featuring cumin, cayenne, and thyme, then sautéed until golden brown. It simmers in a savory mixture of beer, garlic, and jalapeños, creating a rich, thick glaze that coats every bite. The result is tender, juicy meat with a subtle kick of heat and deep savory notes.

Directions

1
In a small bowl, combine cumin, cayenne pepper, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and flour to create the spice blend.
2
Pat the chicken pieces dry and toss them with the spice blend until evenly coated. Let sit at room temperature for 20 minutes.
3
Heat butter in a heavy 12-inch skillet over medium heat.
4
Add half of the chicken pieces to the skillet in a single layer. Sauté until golden brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
5
Remove browned chicken to a plate. Repeat with the remaining chicken, adding more butter or oil if necessary.
6
Drain any excess fat from the pan, leaving about 1 tablespoon of fat.
7
Return all chicken pieces to the pan. Add the chopped garlic and minced jalapeños.
8
Pour in the light beer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
9
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover the skillet and reduce heat to low.
10
Cook for 15 to 18 minutes, stirring occasionally to turn the chicken in the reducing liquid.
11
If the liquid reduces too much before the chicken is done, add a tablespoon of extra beer.
12
Once the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened into a glaze, remove from heat.
13
Toss the chicken to ensure it is well-coated in the glaze before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1 serving

Amount Per Serving
Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12gg19%
Saturated Fat 4gg20%
Cholesterol 150mgmg50%
Sodium 450mgmg19%
Total Carbohydrate 8gg3%
Dietary Fiber 0gg0%
Sugars 2gg
Protein 45gg90%

* 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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