Chicken with Wild West Sauce
Saddle up for a flavor-packed adventure with this Chicken with Wild West Sauce! Succulent chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection and baked in a smoky, tangy sauce that combines the bold kick of paprika and cayenne with the sweet and savory richness of ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Enhanced by a touch of apple cider vinegar and yellow mustard, this easy skillet recipe captures the spirit of a classic cowboy cookout. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, it's ready in just 40 minutes and pairs beautifully with roasted veggies or creamy mashed potatoes. Garnish with fresh parsley for a bright finishing touch and enjoy a dish that brings the Wild West to your dinner table! Keywords: chicken with wild west sauce, smoky chicken recipe, skillet chicken dinner, tangy BBQ-inspired sauce, easy weeknight meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 cup Ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Yellow mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Rub the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, then season them with salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper.
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown, then remove them from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, smoked paprika, onion powder, and water. Stir well and simmer over low heat for 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the Wild West Sauce over each piece to coat them thoroughly.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Sprinkle fresh parsley over the chicken (if using) and serve with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1613 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 53.6 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 3640 mg | 158% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.9 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.9 g | ||
| Protein | 215.1 g | 430% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 129 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 331 mg | 7% | |
*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.
