SWEET & SPICY CHICKEN

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This recipes comes from me trying to "fix" another recipe on the site but it ended up being a whole new recipe. I think it turned out very well, and It's something we really enjoy. Make it as sweet or spicy as you like by messing with the amounts of brown sugar (not the molasses!) and chili flakes. Enjoy! This recipe includes sauce for rice but be careful, if you cook it too long the chicken will soak up the sauce fast, if your looking for more of a sticky glaze, cook it a little longer and leave the lid off during most of the cooking. I have only made it sticky without the vegetables added, so if your worried about overcooking, wait to add or cook them separately. I would also suggest chopping into pieces when raw and pan frying the chicken to help seal it some so it doesn't break down as much when cooking. I would be wary reducing the amount of water to reduce cooking time, as it changes the flavor, and not for the better IMHO.

Provided by Michelle_My_Belle

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 -2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cooked and chopped into large chunks
6 ounces frozen mixed vegetables (I like carrots, broccoli and water chestnuts)
2 garlic cloves, minced (or 2 tsp minced jarred garlic)
1/2 cup apple juice
2/3 cup brown sugar
4 tablespoons ketchup
1 -2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (to taste)
1 1/4 cups water
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 teaspoon beef base (or beef bouillon granules)
1/8 cup cider vinegar, plus
2 1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dark molasses
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place all sauce ingredients in a large chefs pan or anything large with a lid.
  • Cook on medium heat, stirring constantly, until slightly bubbly and combined.
  • Add chicken and vegetables, if desired, Stir to coat.
  • Cook on medium/high heat, covered, for 20-30 minutes (stirring every 10 minutes, more if its a pan that sticks) or until desired thickness is achieved and chicken (and veggies) are heated through.
  • I like it served over rice.

Miracle Jeremiah
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The chicken is so tender and juicy. The sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. I will definitely be making this again.


noman Arif
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. We will definitely be making this again.


Mohammad
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it.


Sriyane Dawedpulle
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I've tried many sweet and spicy chicken recipes, but this one is by far the best. The chicken is cooked perfectly and the sauce is incredible.


Nawazali Sheikh
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This recipe is so easy to make and the results are amazing. The chicken is so flavorful and the sauce is delicious. I highly recommend this recipe!


Parveez Ali
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the chicken and the sauce.


Perveen Mubin
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was so juicy and tender. The sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. I will definitely be making this again.


Deanna Michael
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I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts and they turned out great. The sauce was a little too spicy for me, but my husband loved it.


princess sithole
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Yasen Baloch
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a family favorite!


Mohamed Mufeed
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The chicken was a bit dry, but the sauce was good.


simon peter okello
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The chicken is cooked to perfection and the sauce is delicious. I highly recommend this recipe!


Rony RB
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I made this for dinner last night and my family loved it. The chicken was so tender and flavorful.


Gorib Moshai
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This recipe was a hit! The chicken came out crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. I'll definitely be making this again.