Flamb Tequila Chicken with Pine Nuts
Ignite your taste buds with this Flambé Tequila Chicken with Pine Nuts, a show-stopping fusion of bold flavors and vibrant presentation! Tender, golden-seared chicken breasts are bathed in a citrusy tequila-infused sauce that’s flambéed to perfection, creating an unforgettable depth of flavor. Enhanced with honey for subtle sweetness, a zing of orange and lime zest, and the crunch of toasted pine nuts, this dish is equal parts elegant and exciting. Topped with fresh cilantro, it’s the perfect combination of savory, tangy, and nutty. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy yet gourmet recipe is perfect for weeknights or special occasions, especially when paired with rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables. Add some flair to your table with this tequila-flambéed delight that’s bursting with flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
- 0.25 cup Tequila
- 0.33 cup Orange juice
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 0.25 cup Pine nuts (toasted)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro leaves (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 1 teaspoon Lime zest
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Carefully pour the tequila into the skillet. Using a long lighter or match, ignite the tequila to flambé. Allow the flames to subside naturally while swirling the pan gently. (Make sure you have proper ventilation and safety precautions in place.)
Once the flames have burned out, stir in the orange juice, lime juice, honey, orange zest, and lime zest. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it reduce slightly for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the sauce over them. Let them simmer in the sauce for another 2-3 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Sprinkle the toasted pine nuts and chopped cilantro over the chicken just before serving.
Serve hot with your choice of side dishes, such as rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1969 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.7 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.7 g | 134% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 654 mg | 218% | |
| Sodium | 2886 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.9 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 220.9 g | 442% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2107 mg | 45% | |
*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.
