- Preheat the grill for medium-high heat. …
- Mix together paprika, garlic powder, salt, onion powder, thyme, cayenne pepper, and ground black pepper in a bowl. …
- Rub reserved 3 tablespoons spice mixture all over chicken breasts.
- Cook chicken on the preheated grill until juices run clear, 6 to 8 minutes on each side.
30 minute preparation time for flavorful, juicy, and tender baked sweet & spicy chicken.
Sometimes time gets away from me. Every year it seems like my birthday sneaks up on me, and before I know it, I’ve aged a year. Quick disclaimer: It’s not my birthday. BUT….
It is this blog’s birthday. Today is Creme de la Crumb’s birthday, so WOOT WOOT!
We’re going to celebrate with flavors I adore instead of me waxing lyrical and telling you how much this blog means to me (no but really, you have no idea what this blog means and YOU make it all possible so, THANK YOU). I enjoy both sweet and spicy foods, but I’m borderline obsessed with a good sweet and spicy combination. When those two flavor profiles come together, my mouth experiences pure magic.
This chicken is quickly seared on the stove, brushed with sauce, and placed in the oven to bake until it is tender and juicy. Then it’s just time for another layer of that sweet and sour sauce before heading straight to the dinner table!
Thank you for sticking around to enjoy all this deliciousness with me on Creme de la Crumb’s birthday, you guys are the BEST.
5 servings plus 3 cooked chicken breast halves This moist chicken dish will make you think of backyard barbecues and bring summertime flavor to the table any time of year. Honey sweetens the slight heat, but for people with more finicky palates, just cut back on the cayenne pepper. —Lisa Gnyp, Shelby Township, Michigan.
What To Serve With Firecracker Chicken
I wasn’t lying when I said that we make this a few times a week. For a low-carb meal, I adore serving mine with a cabbage salad. My preferred type of cabbage to use in salads is napa, which I shred and season with salt, pepper, vinegar, and olive oil. Super simple and so delicious. Here are some other great suggestions:
Leftovers can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months in an airtight container.
It is this blog’s birthday. Today is Creme de la Crumb’s birthday, so WOOT WOOT!
Thank you for sticking around to enjoy all this deliciousness with me on Creme de la Crumb’s birthday, you guys are the BEST.
Sometimes time gets away from me. Every year it seems like my birthday sneaks up on me, and before I know it, I’ve aged a year. Quick disclaimer: It’s not my birthday. BUT….
30 minute preparation time for flavorful, juicy, and tender baked sweet & spicy chicken.
We’re going to celebrate with flavors I adore instead of me waxing lyrical and telling you how much this blog means to me (no but really, you have no idea what this blog means and YOU make it all possible so, THANK YOU). I enjoy both sweet and spicy foods, but I’m borderline obsessed with a good sweet and spicy combination. When those two flavor profiles come together, my mouth experiences pure magic.
FAQ
What is spicy chicken made of?
A boneless white breast of chicken that has been breaded with a fiery mixture of peppers and spices is used to make a spicy chicken sandwich.
What can I add to chicken breast for flavor?
In addition to adding flavor, marinating also helps to tenderize the meat because most recipes combine healthy fat and acid. Three parts oil to one part acid, plus salt and other seasonings like spices, crushed garlic, or a little natural sugar, make up a good marinade.
What spice goes well with chicken?
- Salt.
- Black Pepper.
- Basil.
- Chili Powder.
- Ginger.
- Garlic.
- Cumin.
- Cinnamon.
How do you get seasoning to stick to a chicken breast?
To help the seasoning adhere to the chicken, rub a small amount of olive oil over it. For every pound of chicken, use about 1 tablespoon of the seasoning blend. Smaller chicken pieces will require more seasoning because they have a larger surface area overall per pound of meat.
