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Cheyenne Chicken Recipe

A taste of the Wild West! This legendary recipe, unearthed from a rare 1840s cowboy cookbook, delivers tender, juicy chicken with a crispy crust. Perfect for a hearty family meal or a unique, historically-inspired dinner party.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 474.4 kcal
Protein 83g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Cheyenne Chicken

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How to Make Cheyenne Chicken

  1. Cut 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes.
  2. In a shallow bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs and 1/4 cup milk.
  3. Thread the chicken cubes onto 6 skewers.
  4. Dip each skewer in the egg mixture, then dredge in 1 cup bread crumbs.
  5. Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken skewers on all sides.
  6. Transfer the skewers to a baking pan.
  7. Add 1 inch of water to the bottom of the baking pan.
  8. Cover the pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

41g

Carbs

8g

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