African Chicken In Spicy Red Sauce Receita

Indulge in this fiery Ethiopian-inspired chicken stew! Inspired by a Cooking Light recipe (October 2006), this recipe delivers bold, vibrant flavors thanks to the aromatic berbere spice blend. Using boneless, skinless chicken breasts for convenience, this recipe is easily adaptable to your preference. The creamy, spicy sauce is perfectly balanced and pairs wonderfully with basmati rice. A swirl of plain yogurt adds a beautiful presentation and a cool, creamy contrast to the rich sauce. Prepare to be amazed by the depth of flavor in this unforgettable dish!

Preparo 30 min

Cozimento 90 min

Calorias 555.1 kcal

Proteína 106g

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Ingredientes para African Chicken In Spicy Red Sauce

4 boneless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon minced ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 cup dry red wine
1 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
lemon wedges, for serving
2 tablespoons ground red pepper
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
basmati rice, for serving
plain yogurt, for garnish (optional)

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Como fazer African Chicken In Spicy Red Sauce

**Berbere Spice Blend (makes 1/4 cup):**
Combine all berbere ingredients in a small bowl. Store extra spice mix covered in a cool, dark place for up to two weeks.
**Chicken:**
Place chicken in a shallow dish. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt.
Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened.
Add 2 tablespoons berbere spice blend, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, butter, ginger, nutmeg, and cardamom. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
Add the red wine, chicken broth, and tomato paste. Stir until well blended.
Add the marinated chicken to the pot. Bring to a boil.
Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 50 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender, turning the chicken occasionally.
Stir in the chopped cilantro.
Serve hot with basmati rice and lemon wedges. Garnish with a swirl of plain yogurt, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

53 g

Sugar

36g

Fat

42g

Carbs

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Main Dish Poultry African Easy Ethiopian Dietary Low Calorie Low Carb Low In Something Meat 4 Hours Or Less

Perguntas frequentes

Quanto tempo leva para fazer African Chicken In Spicy Red Sauce?

African Chicken In Spicy Red Sauce leva cerca de 120 minutos do início ao fim — aproximadamente 30 minutos de preparo e 90 minutos de cozimento.

Quantas calorias tem African Chicken In Spicy Red Sauce?

African Chicken In Spicy Red Sauce tem aproximadamente 555.1 calorias por porção, com cerca de 106 g de proteína, 7 g de carboidratos e 41 g de gordura.

De quais ingredientes preciso para African Chicken In Spicy Red Sauce?

Os principais ingredientes de African Chicken In Spicy Red Sauce são Boneless Chicken Breasts, Fresh Lemon Juice, Salt, Olive Oil, Onions, Garlic. Veja a lista completa com as medidas acima.