Ben S Habanero Chicken Recipe

Spice up your life with Ben's Habanero Chicken! This recipe delivers a fiery kick with tender chicken, habanero peppers, and a touch of smoky cayenne. Perfect for adventurous palates, this dish is surprisingly addictive. Serve the delicious, spicy sauce over mashed potatoes and field peas for a complete meal.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 395.2 kcal
Protein 92g
Rating 4.8 (4 Reviews)
Ben S Habanero Chicken

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Ben S Habanero Chicken

  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
  • Light Margarine
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon ground red pepper (or more, to taste)
  • Habanero Peppers
  • Fresh Jalapeno Pepper
  • Cayenne Pepper Sauce

How to Make Ben S Habanero Chicken

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry and season generously with salt.
  2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add sliced habanero and jalapeño peppers to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, until slightly softened.
  4. Add chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until lightly browned.
  5. Add minced garlic and ground red pepper. Stir to combine.
  6. Pour in water.
  7. Add 10-15 drops of Frank's RedHot Cayenne Pepper Sauce.
  8. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
  9. Stir in another 10-15 drops of Frank's RedHot Cayenne Pepper Sauce.
  10. Cover and simmer for another 5 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken slightly.
  11. Remove from heat and serve immediately. The delicious sauce is amazing over mashed potatoes and field peas!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

30 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

29g

Carbs

1g