Tangy Lemon-Plum Chicken Recipe
Description:
This Tangy Lemon-Plum Chicken recipe is an absolute delight, combining the succulent tenderness of grilled or baked chicken with the sweet and sour flavors of plums, lemon, and a dash of cloves, mustard, Tabasco, and Worcestershire sauces. The result is a tantalizing dish that bursts with flavor and is sure to become a favorite at your dinner table. Plus, the versatile sauce can be used not only with chicken but also with pork or as a dipping sauce for egg rolls and more!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 516.7
- Fat Content: 21.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 8.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 113.2mg
- Sodium Content: 498.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 49.1g
- Fiber Content: 3.9g
- Sugar Content: 16.6g
- Protein Content: 32.2g
Ingredients:
- 3 chicken breasts
- Garlic powder
- Salt
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 1 cup purple plums, pitted and pureed
- 1/2 cup chili sauce
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 clove
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tbsp Tabasco sauce
Instructions:
| Step | Instruction |
|---|---|
| 1 | Puree plums in a blender. |
| 2 | In a skillet, saute chopped onion in butter until tender, ensuring not to brown it. |
| 3 | Add the plum puree, chili sauce, Worcestershire sauce, clove, Dijon mustard, and Tabasco sauce to the skillet. Stir well to combine. |
| 4 | Simmer the sauce mixture over low heat for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. |
| 5 | While the sauce simmers, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). |
| 6 | Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder and salt to taste. |
| 7 | Place the seasoned chicken breasts in a baking dish and cover them. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 30 minutes. |
| 8 | After 30 minutes, uncover the chicken and spoon half of the plum sauce over them, ensuring an even coating. |
| 9 | Increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) and return the chicken to the oven for another 15 minutes, allowing them to cook through and absorb the flavors of the sauce. |
| 10 | Baste the chicken with the remaining plum sauce, ensuring they are well coated, and return them to the oven for an additional 15 minutes or until fully cooked and golden brown. |
| 11 | Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. |
| 12 | Alternatively, for a delicious grilled option, grill the chicken over medium coals until almost done, then baste frequently with the plum sauce. Serve any extra sauce on the side for dipping. |
Serving Suggestions:
This Tangy Lemon-Plum Chicken pairs wonderfully with a side of steamed vegetables, roasted potatoes, or a fresh garden salad. Serve it hot and garnish with a sprinkle of fresh herbs, such as parsley or cilantro, for an extra burst of flavor. Enjoy the delightful combination of sweet and tangy flavors with each juicy bite!
Keywords:
Plums, Poultry, Fruit, Meat, < 60 Mins, Oven
Recipe Category:
Chicken
