Guava Chicken
Infuse your dinner table with tropical flair by serving up this irresistible Guava Chicken recipe. Juicy, bone-in chicken thighs with crispy golden skin are coated in a luscious, homemade guava glaze made with sweet guava paste, tangy orange juice, savory soy sauce, and a hint of spice from red pepper flakes. The dish is elegantly balanced with aromatic ginger and garlic, delivering layers of flavor in every bite. Sear the chicken to perfection, then bake it in the oven to lock in the glaze's sticky, caramelized goodness. Garnished with fresh cilantro and served alongside lime wedges for a zesty kick, this dish is perfect for both weeknight meals and special occasions. Pair it with rice or roasted vegetables to complete your tropical feast. Make Guava Chicken the star of your next meal and savor the taste of the islands!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 0.5 cup Guava paste
- 0.25 cup Orange juice
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger (grated)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
- 4 pieces Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
In a small saucepan, combine guava paste, orange juice, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the guava paste melts and forms a smooth glaze. Remove from heat and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the skillet. Sear for 3-4 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy. Flip the chicken and sear the other side for 2 minutes.
Remove the skillet from the heat. Pour the guava glaze evenly over the chicken thighs.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Once done, remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side. Pair with rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad for a complete meal. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2547 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 154.6 g | 198% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.9 g | 209% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 729 mg | 243% | |
| Sodium | 3076 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 130.2 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 120.5 g | ||
| Protein | 166.4 g | 333% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 138 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 2082 mg | 44% | |
*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.
