Best 6 Sweet And Tangy Red Chicken Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our tantalizing Sweet and Tangy Red Chicken, a dish that bursts with vibrant flavors and leaves your taste buds craving more. Perfectly balancing the sweet and tangy notes, this chicken dish is a symphony of taste that will elevate your dining experience.

**The delectable recipes featured in this article cater to various cooking preferences and dietary restrictions, ensuring that everyone can relish this flavorful dish. Explore the classic Sweet and Tangy Red Chicken recipe for a traditional taste, or opt for the healthier Air Fryer Sweet and Tangy Red Chicken for a guilt-free indulgence. For those following a gluten-free lifestyle, the Gluten-Free Sweet and Tangy Red Chicken provides an equally satisfying alternative without compromising on flavor.**

**If you're short on time, the Quick and Easy Sweet and Tangy Red Chicken recipe offers a simplified version that retains the dish's signature taste. And for those with a sweet tooth, the Sweet and Tangy Red Chicken with Pineapple adds a tropical twist that will transport you to paradise with every bite.**

**No matter your choice, the Sweet and Tangy Red Chicken promises an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving more. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you utterly satisfied.**

Let's cook with our recipes!

SWEET AND TANGY CHICKEN



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4 Ingredient Sweet and Tangy Chicken is a go-to chicken recipe using common ingredients and is one of the most popular recipes on Syrup and Biscuits.

Provided by Jackie Garvin

Number Of Ingredients 4

8 chicken thighs (You can use a whole chicken or other parts. We love thighs the best. And we want them on the bone with the skin)
1 package dry french onion soup mix
1 8 oz bottle Russian dressing ((I prefer Wishbone Russian dressing))
1 small jar of apricot preserves ( or about a cupful)

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients, except chicken, in a bowl.
  • Place chicken pieces in a baking pan. Sprinkle with pepper. No extra salt is needed.
  • Pour sauce over chicken and make sure it's coated well.
  • Roast uncovered at 400 degrees for 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes until chicken is done. Baste several times during cooking. This is the way the chicken will look when done.

SWEET AND SPICY ROAST CHICKEN



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A chile-flecked, honey-imbued marinade spiked with fresh citrus juice gives this chicken its fiery, syrupy character. Dates and carrots give the sauce texture and additional sweetness while a garnish of fresh herbs and pistachio nuts lends freshness and crunch. It's dinner party food at its most flavorful and convenient; its honey marinade makes it a particularly wonderful main course for Rosh Hashana, the Jewish New Year. The ingredients can be assembled up to 24 hours in advance, then all you need to do is pop it in the oven just before your guests arrive, and garnish it at the last minute. Serve it with couscous, polenta, rice or another soft grain to soak up the sauce.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, lunch, roasts, main course

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lemon, plus 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, more for pot
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
3 tablespoons honey
1 bay leaf
1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
1 4-pound chicken, cut into 8 pieces
3 cups sliced carrots (1/4-inch thick)
1 onion, halved and thinly sliced
2/3 cup sliced dates
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
1/4 cup chopped cilantro or parsley, for garnish
2 scallions, thinly sliced, for garnish
1/4 cup chopped toasted pistachio nuts, for garnish

Steps:

  • Quarter the lemon lengthwise, removing any seeds. Thinly slice crosswise into small wedges and add to small pot of boiling, salted water. Blanch for 2 minutes and drain. Reserve slices.
  • In a saucepan, whisk together lemon juice, orange juice, oil, mustard, honey, salt, bay leaf, red pepper flakes and black pepper to taste. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes. Let cool.
  • Put chicken in a bowl and add honey mixture. Add carrots, onion, dates, thyme and blanched lemon slices. Turn mixture several times to coat. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature, but preferably overnight in the refrigerator.
  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. Transfer all ingredients, including marinade, to a sheet pan with a rim. Chicken should be skin side up. Roast until chicken is browned and cooked through, about 20 to 30 minutes for breasts and 30 to 40 for legs and wings (remove the pieces as they are done cooking). When the chicken is done, give the carrot mixture in the pan a stir; if the pan looks dry add 2 to 3 tablespoons water. Continue roasting the carrots until they are tender, about 7 to 12 minutes longer.
  • Spoon carrots over chicken and top with cilantro, scallions and pistachio nuts.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 672, UnsaturatedFat 27 grams, Carbohydrate 39 grams, Fat 40 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 40 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 1014 milligrams, Sugar 30 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SWEET 'N' TANGY CHICKEN



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My slow cooker comes in so handy during the haying and harvest seasons. We're so busy that if supper isn't prepared before I serve lunch, it doesn't seem to get done on time. This recipe is fuss-free and ready when we are.-Joan Airey, Rivers, Manitoba

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 medium onion, chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 pounds), cut up, skin removed
2/3 cup ketchup
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

  • In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine onion and garlic; top with chicken. In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, chili powder, lemon juice, basil, salt, pepper and pepper sauce; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low until juices run clear, 4-5 hours. Remove chicken to a serving platter; keep warm. , Skim fat from cooking juices; transfer to a small saucepan. Bring liquid to a boil. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Gradually stir into the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 2 minutes. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 110mg cholesterol, Sodium 892mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 38g protein.

SLOW COOKER SWEET AND TANGY CHICKEN



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Very, very good! Serve the chicken and sauce over rice.

Provided by Jan Taylor

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 9h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (18 ounce) bottles barbeque sauce
1 (15 ounce) can pineapple chunks
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
8 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix together barbecue sauce, pineapple with juice, green bell pepper, onion, and garlic.
  • Arrange 4 of the chicken breasts in the bottom of a slow cooker. Pour half of the barbecue sauce over the chicken. Place remaining chicken in slow cooker, and pour remaining sauce over the top.
  • Cover, and cook on Low for 8 to 9 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.4 calories, Carbohydrate 56.1 g, Cholesterol 60.8 mg, Fat 2.8 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 1461.4 mg, Sugar 41.4 g

SWEET AND TANGY CHICKEN



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Spicy barbecue sauce blends with sweet pineapple in this quick-to-fix chicken dish. It's tasty enough for a company dinner; just add a salad and rolls. -Mary Zawlocki, Gig Harbor, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1 bottle (18 ounces) barbecue sauce
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, undrained
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Place four chicken breasts in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Combine the barbecue sauce, pineapple, green pepper, onion and garlic; pour half over the chicken. Top with remaining chicken and sauce. , Cover and cook on low until a thermometer reads 165°, about 5 hours. Thicken sauce if desired. Serve the chicken and sauce with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 1101mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

SWEET AND TANGY CHICKEN THIGHS



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The chicken gets cooked in a lovely sweet and tangy sauce that works magic. (The sauce can be used for other proteins as well.) In the picture I serve it with oregano scented rice and roasted green beans.

Provided by The Hungry Hutch

Categories     Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup yellow mustard
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/8 cup white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
garlic powder
cayenne pepper
black pepper
8 chicken thighs

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.
  • Combine the mustard, soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, and honey in a baking dish; season with garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper to your liking.
  • Add the chicken and toss to coat; turn skin side up and place in oven; bake 40 minutes, flipping chicken halfway through.
  • Increase oven temperature to 500 degrees; turn chicken skin side up again and place back in oven. (You could also just use your broiler for this).
  • Serve with oregano-scented rice (white rice cooked with oregano) and roasted green beans (toss the vegetables in olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and place in a 400 degree oven for 25 minutes). Drizzle plate with pan juices.

Tips:

  • Choose chicken breasts that are about the same size so that they cook evenly.
  • Use a large skillet or Dutch oven that can hold all of the chicken in a single layer.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan, or the chicken will not cook evenly.
  • Cook the chicken over medium heat so that it has time to brown and cook through without burning.
  • Stir the chicken occasionally to ensure that it cooks evenly.
  • Add the sauce ingredients to the pan once the chicken is cooked through.
  • Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve the chicken with rice, noodles, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Sweet and tangy red chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy. Serve it with rice, noodles, or vegetables for a complete meal. You can use any type of sweet or tangy sauce for this recipe, such as teriyaki sauce or plum sauce. You can also adjust the amount of ginger, garlic, and chili powder to suit your own taste. Garnish with chopped green onions or cilantro for a pop of color and flavor.

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