Half N Hour Hellfire Chicken
Ignite your taste buds with Half N Hour Hellfire Chicken, a fiery and flavor-packed recipe that transforms simple chicken breasts into a sizzling masterpiece in just 30 minutes! This quick and easy dish combines smoky paprika, cayenne pepper, chili powder, and a touch of brown sugar for a perfect balance of heat and sweetness. Fresh lime juice and optional hot sauce add zesty undertones, while a garnish of vibrant cilantro ties it all together. Perfectly seared on a skillet or grill pan, this spicy chicken is juicy, charred to perfection, and bursting with bold flavors. Ideal for weeknight dinners or backyard BBQs, serve it alongside cooling sides like coleslaw or yogurt to temper the heat. Spice up your mealtime routine with this quick, crowd-pleasing recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 2 teaspoons Chili powder
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Hot sauce (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and, if necessary, pound them to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin. This ensures even cooking.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, chili powder, brown sugar, salt, black pepper, lime juice, and hot sauce (if using) to create the marinade.
Add the chicken breasts to the bowl and massage the marinade into the meat until fully coated. Let sit for 5-10 minutes while you prepare your cooking surface.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add a drizzle of olive oil to coat the surface.
Place the marinated chicken breasts in the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes on one side without moving to achieve a good sear.
Flip the chicken breasts and reduce the heat to medium. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken registers at least 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes to retain its juices.
Slice the chicken breasts if desired and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.
Enjoy your spicy Half N Hour Hellfire Chicken with a side of rice, roasted vegetables, or your choice of cooling accompaniment like yogurt or coleslaw!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1498 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.9 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 4509 mg | 196% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.5 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.5 g | ||
| Protein | 215.6 g | 431% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 120 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 316 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.
