Description
Spicy and Sweet Chicken Diablo is a flavorful and creamy dish that combines heat and sweetness with tender chicken breast cutlets. This easy-to-make dinner features a smoky, spicy sauce balanced with honey and sour cream, perfect for a satisfying family meal. Adjust the heat to your preference and enjoy a deliciously saucy and aromatic chicken experience.
Ingredients
Marinade and Sauce
- 1/2 cup hot sauce
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
Chicken
- 4 chicken breast cutlets (thinly pounded)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
Optional Garnish
- 2 scallions (chopped finely)
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together the hot sauce, sour cream, ketchup, honey, smoked paprika, and cumin until well combined to create the spicy, sweet, and creamy sauce base.
- Marinate the chicken: Pour half of the marinade over the chicken breast cutlets in a shallow dish, ensuring each piece is coated evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, though marinating overnight will intensify the flavors.
- Cook the garlic: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Cook the chicken: Reduce heat to medium, add the marinated chicken breasts to the skillet, and cook for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on both sides and fully cooked through.
- Warm the remaining sauce: While the chicken cooks, warm the leftover marinade in a small saucepan over low heat until heated through, stirring occasionally to prevent curdling.
- Serve the dish: Transfer the cooked chicken to plates, drizzle the warmed sauce over the top, garnish with finely chopped scallions if desired, and enjoy your spicy and sweet Chicken Diablo.
Notes
- You can adjust the level of heat by using more or less hot sauce or choosing a milder variety.
- Marinating longer (up to overnight) will enhance the flavor and tenderness of the chicken.
- Serve with rice, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad to complement the flavors.
- To reduce the fat content, substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt.
- Make sure not to burn the garlic while sautéing for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
