BLACK PEPPER CHICKEN THIGHS WITH MANGO, RUM AND CASHEWS

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Pairing spicy chilis and sweet mango in salsa is a classic. Here's a twist on a chicken sauté, spiked with plenty of black pepper, a little rum and mangoes folded in at the end to brighten the mix.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, weekday, one pot, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 teaspoon light brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Pinch cayenne
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup salted cashews
1 3/4 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 2-inch chunks
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup finely chopped scallions
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro stems
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 tablespoons dark rum
1 large (15-ounce) mango, cut into 1/4-inch cubes or use 2 small mangoes)
1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar, to taste
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, stir together the brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and cayenne. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cashews and sugar-spice mixture to the skillet; cook, stirring, until nuts are golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Scrape nuts into a bowl.
  • Wipe out skillet with a paper towel. Season chicken all over with salt and remaining 1 teaspoon pepper. Return skillet to medium-high heat and add the remaining 3 tablespoons oil. Add scallions and cilantro stems; cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add garlic and chicken. Cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is golden and cooked through, about 12 minutes. Pour in the rum and cook, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan, until the rum evaporates, about 1 minute.
  • Remove pan from heat and immediately add nuts, mango, vinegar and cilantro leaves. Taste and adjust seasonings, if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 534, UnsaturatedFat 22 grams, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 43 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 665 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Haneef Shah
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken was perfectly cooked and the sauce was delicious. I served it with rice and vegetables, and it was a perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again.


Anna Johannsen
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken, but this dish was amazing! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the sauce was incredible. I will definitely be making this again.


Hamza Hashmi
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This dish is a great way to spice up your weeknight dinner routine. The chicken is juicy and flavorful, and the sauce is a perfect balance of sweet and savory. I served it with rice and vegetables, and it was a hit with the whole family.


Myjoy Myjoy
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is always flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


shubham Kakde
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken was perfectly cooked and the sauce was delicious. I served it with rice and vegetables, and it was a perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again.


Racheal Ramsammy
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken, but this dish was amazing! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the sauce was incredible. I will definitely be making this again.


Rabbi Emran
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This dish is a great way to spice up your weeknight dinner routine. The chicken is juicy and flavorful, and the sauce is a perfect balance of sweet and savory. I served it with rice and vegetables, and it was a hit with the whole family.


Alexandra Amsterdam
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is always flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Murtaza Hakimi
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was to die for. I served it with rice and vegetables, and it was a perfect meal.


Raisha Singhmim
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Edward Membreno
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken turned out perfectly. The sauce was delicious and the cashews added a nice crunch. I would highly recommend this recipe.


Mohamed Sikander Vardalia
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This dish was a hit with my family! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the mango rum sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.