Alan's Chicken Joe

Get ready to elevate your dinner game with Alan's Chicken Joe, a bold and flavorful skillet dish that combines tender, seasoned chicken thighs with a creamy, spiced sauce. Bursting with vibrant ingredients like smoked paprika, ground cumin, red bell peppers, and jalapeño, this recipe offers a touch of smoky heat balanced by the richness of heavy cream. The one-pan preparation starts with seared chicken and caramelized vegetables, followed by a deglazing step that builds a deeply savory sauce in no time. Perfectly paired with fluffy white rice and a squeeze of fresh lime, this 45-minute meal is as comforting as it is unforgettable. Whether you're hosting a casual dinner or upgrading your weeknight rotation, this recipe promises a deliciously satisfying experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 large red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium jalapeño, diced (optional for spice)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 large lime, cut into wedges
• 4 cups cooked white rice (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken thighs with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and ground cumin. Rub the seasoning evenly over both sides of the chicken.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken thighs and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic, red bell pepper, and jalapeño (if using) and sauté for another 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing it to caramelize slightly. Add the chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the skillet to deglaze, incorporating any browned bits.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the heavy cream. Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly.

Step 6

Sprinkle the chopped fresh cilantro over the dish just before serving.

Step 7

Serve Alan's Chicken Joe over a bed of cooked white rice with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2201.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2848.0

Total Fat 132.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 504.6mg	0%
Sodium 3305.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 313.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.9g	0%
Total Sugars 19.3g
Protein 83.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 278.2mg	0%
Iron 19.6mg	0%
Potassium 2274.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.8%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 45.2%