Spicy Sweet Chicken Diablo
Juicy chicken breast cutlets coated in a bold, sweet-and-spicy sauce made with honey, hot sauce, and warm spices—ready in just 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Pan-Seared / Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
➤ Main
½ cup hot sauce
1 cup sour cream
½ cup ketchup
¼ cup honey
1½ tsp smoked paprika
2 tsp ground cumin
4 chicken breast cutlets, thinly pounded
2 tbsp vegetable oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
➤ Garnish (optional)
2 scallions, finely chopped
Instructions
Make Marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together hot sauce, sour cream, ketchup, honey, smoked paprika, and ground cumin.
Marinate Chicken: Place chicken cutlets in a shallow dish and pour half the marinade over them. Reserve the other half. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for deeper flavor).
Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Cook Chicken: Lower heat to medium. Add marinated chicken to the skillet and cook 5–7 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through.
Warm Sauce: In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the reserved marinade until heated through.
Serve: Plate the chicken, spoon warmed sauce over top, and garnish with chopped scallions if desired.
Notes
Marinating overnight enhances both flavor and tenderness.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Adjust hot sauce or honey to taste for spicier or sweeter profiles.
Serve with rice, roasted veggies, or a fresh salad.
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