Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup spicy pepper jelly
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Baking dish
- Brush for glaze
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
3. In a small bowl, mix together the spicy pepper jelly, honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and olive oil.
4. Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and brush them with the glaze mixture.
5. Bake the chicken for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
6. Brush the chicken with the glaze mixture every 10 minutes while baking.
7. Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 25-30 minutes
Temperature:
375°F (190°C)
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 280
Fat: 6g
Carbohydrates: 27g
Protein: 28g
Sodium: 540mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Spicy pepper jelly can be substituted with regular pepper jelly or any other sweet and spicy jelly.
- Honey can be substituted with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Soy sauce can be substituted with tamari or coconut aminos.
- Apple cider vinegar can be substituted with white wine vinegar or rice vinegar.
- Olive oil can be substituted with any other cooking oil.
Variations:
- Add chopped fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary to the glaze mixture.
- Use bone-in chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts.
- Grill the chicken instead of baking it.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to brush the chicken with the glaze mixture every 10 minutes to ensure it is fully coated.
- Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing it to keep the juices inside.
Storage instructions:
Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the chicken in the microwave or oven until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the chicken on a bed of rice or quinoa with a side of roasted vegetables.
Garnishes:
Garnish the chicken with chopped fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro.
Pairings:
Pair the chicken with a crisp green salad or a side of garlic bread.
Suggested side dishes:
Roasted vegetables, rice, quinoa, garlic bread, or a green salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the glaze is too thick, add a tablespoon of water to thin it out.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the chicken to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to ensure it is fully cooked and safe to eat.
Food history:
Pepper jelly is a popular condiment in the southern United States and is often used as a glaze for meats.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, spicy, and tangy.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the chicken hot and fresh out of the oven.
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