Introduction

Spicy-Sweet Chicken Diablo offers a delightful balance of heat and sweetness that makes dinner exciting and flavorful. This easy-to-make dish features tender chicken breasts marinated in a vibrant sauce and finished with fresh green onions.

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Ingredients

1/2 cup hot sauce
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup honey
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
4 chicken breasts, pounded thin
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
2-3 green onions, thinly sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together the hot sauce, sour cream, ketchup, and honey. Add paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper, then whisk everything until well combined.
Step 2: Pour half of the sauce mixture over the pounded chicken breasts. Cover and refrigerate to marinate for 2 hours.
Step 3: When ready to cook, heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4: Add the marinated chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
Step 5: While the chicken cooks, warm the remaining half of the sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat.
Step 6: Spoon the warmed sauce over the cooked chicken breasts and garnish with thinly sliced green onions before serving. Enjoy!

Tips & Variations

For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped fresh chili to the marinade.
You can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream to lighten the sauce and add a tangy flavor.
If you prefer, grill the chicken instead of pan-searing for a smoky twist.

Storage

Store leftover chicken and sauce together in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat or in the microwave until warmed through. Avoid overheating to keep the chicken tender.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen chicken breasts for this recipe?

Yes, but make sure to fully thaw them before pounding and marinating to ensure even cooking and proper absorption of the marinade.

Is this recipe spicy for kids?

The hot sauce gives the dish a noticeable kick, so you may want to reduce the amount or substitute with a milder sauce to suit younger palates.

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Spicy-Sweet Chicken Diablo features tender pounded chicken breasts marinated in a flavorful spicy and sweet sauce made from hot sauce, sour cream, ketchup, and honey. Pan-seared with garlic and topped with fresh green onions, this dish offers a perfect balance of heat and sweetness for a quick and satisfying meal.

Author: Lila
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Main Course
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Marinade and Sauce

1/2 cup hot sauce
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup honey
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
Kosher salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Chicken and Cooking

4 chicken breasts, pounded thin
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
2–3 green onions, thinly sliced

Instructions

Prepare the marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together the hot sauce, sour cream, ketchup, and honey. Add paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper, then whisk again until well combined to create a spicy-sweet sauce.
Marinate the chicken: Pour half of the prepared sauce over the pounded thin chicken breasts. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 2 hours to allow the flavors to infuse the meat.
Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the marinated chicken breasts and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until browned and fully cooked through.
Heat the remaining sauce: Pour the remaining half of the sauce into a small saucepan and warm it over medium heat until heated through.
Serve: Spoon the warmed sauce over the cooked chicken breasts and garnish generously with the sliced green onions. Serve immediately and enjoy your Spicy-Sweet Chicken Diablo!