Ingredients

4 tablespoons melted butter
4 tablespoons flour
4 teaspoons chili powder
4 boneless chicken breasts
12 garlic cloves , unpeeled
3/4 cup chicken broth
3/4 cup dry white wine
1/2 teaspoon dried sage
salt and pepper
Chili-Rubbed Chicken with Roasted Garlic Sauce is a classic and popular chicken dish in North America. Perfect for a family dinner or a simple homemade meal, this chicken recipe is simple to make and a crowd-pleaser. The rub is made with just four ingredients: melted butter, flour, chili powder, salt and pepper, creating a creamy, mildly spicy topping that will enhance the flavor of the chicken. When combined with the roasted garlic sauce, it provides a delicious explosion of flavor in your mouth. You can pair it with a simple side dish like roasted vegetables or a salad, and your family will be happy and full.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C).
2.In a small mixing bowl, combine melted butter, flour and chili powder until creamy.
3.Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and rub with the mixture.
4.Arrange chicken breasts on a baking dish and add unpeeled garlic cloves around it.
5.Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until chicken is cooked through.
6.While chicken is baking, prepare the sauce in a small saucepan on medium heat, whisking together chicken broth, dry white wine, dried sage and salt and pepper to taste. Add roasted garlic cloves and let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
7.Serve chicken with roasted garlic sauce on the side.

PROS

This dish is flavorful with a mild hint of spiciness, perfect for those who like to add some heat to their meals.
The roasted garlic sauce complements the chicken well with a subtle garlic taste.
It is also low in sugar.

CONS

Chicken breasts can be dry, make sure to not overcook them.
Chili powder may not be for everyone’s taste, use with moderation if you prefer a milder taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a great source of protein, essential for muscle growth and repair.
Garlic has long been associated with helping to boost the immune system and combatting infections.

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