Spicy Strawberry Raisin Chicken
Elevate your dinner table with the bold and unexpected flavors of Spicy Strawberry Raisin Chicken! This unique recipe combines tender, golden-browned chicken breasts with a luscious, sweet-and-spicy sauce made from fresh strawberries, plump raisins, and a kick of red chili flakes. A touch of honey and balsamic vinegar adds a tangy sweetness, perfectly balancing the heat and fruit-forward profile. Quick and easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, this dish is a vibrant choice for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. Serve it over rice or quinoa to soak up the irresistible sauce, and garnish with fresh cilantro for a bright, herbaceous finish. Perfect for those who love bold flavor combinations, this recipe will surprise and delight your taste buds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh strawberries
- 0.5 cup raisins
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts. Season them on both sides with paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts to the pan and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from pan and set aside (they will finish cooking later).
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the red chili flakes, honey, and balsamic vinegar to the skillet, stirring to combine.
Dice the fresh strawberries and add them to the skillet along with the raisins. Stir everything together and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the strawberries to soften and release their juices.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the strawberry-raisin sauce. Cover the pan and let everything cook together for 10-12 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or spice as desired.
Plate the chicken and spoon the strawberry-raisin sauce generously over the top. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro (optional).
Serve the Spicy Strawberry Raisin Chicken hot with your choice of side dishes, such as rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1915 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.7 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 2914 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 131.4 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 106.5 g | ||
| Protein | 221.8 g | 444% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 211 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 3020 mg | 64% | |
*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.
