Port And Paprika Chicken Bites Recipe

Savor the vibrant flavors of Spain and Portugal with these irresistible Port & Paprika Chicken Bites! Inimitable port wine, smoky paprika, fresh cilantro, and fragrant olive oil create a tapas-style dish that's both easy and elegant. Marinate tender chicken in a luscious blend of spices, then pan-fry to perfection for a quick and flavorful weeknight meal or impressive appetizer. Get ready for a taste sensation!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 332.1 kcal
Protein 40g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Port And Paprika Chicken Bites

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How to Make Port And Paprika Chicken Bites

  1. Grind 2 cloves of garlic and 2 bay leaves together in a food processor or blender until finely minced.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup port wine, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon paprika, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  3. Add 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces, to the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 2 hours).
  4. Chop 1/2 cup fresh cilantro.
  5. Spread the chopped cilantro on a serving platter.
  6. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  7. Remove the chicken from the marinade (reserve the marinade), and add the chicken pieces to the hot skillet in a single layer. Discard the used marinade.
  8. Cook the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through.
  9. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on the cilantro-lined platter.
  10. Add 1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly browned.
  11. Spoon the cooked onions over the chicken on the platter.
  12. Serve the Port & Paprika Chicken Bites immediately or at room temperature. Sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt and serve with cocktail picks.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

29g

Carbs

1g