Cocoa-Orange Braised Chicken

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 2
Cocoa-Orange Braised Chicken, a savory dish with a twist of chocolate flavor
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

1 hr 30 min

Ready In

1 hr 45 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs , trimmed of fat
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion , peeled and chopped ( about 1/2 lb )
2 garlic cloves , peeled and minced
1 1/2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder ( not Dutch process cocoa )
1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon sugar
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon ( preferably Ceylon )
1 1/4 cups reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth , divided
2 oranges , washed and patted dry ( about 1 1/2 lbs total )
1/4 cup orange muscat dessert wine ( or use a sweet white wine , if you ca n't find the dessert wine )
salt
Italian parsley ( sprigs for garnish , also called flat-leaf parsley )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
320
Sugar
8g
Fat
15g
Cocoa-Orange Braised Chicken is a delicious and unique way to enjoy the classic chicken dish. The addition of cocoa powder and orange juice gives this dish a rich and flavorful twist that is sure to impress. The chicken is tender and juicy, soaking up all the flavors from the orange juice and spices. This is a great recipe for those who want to try something new with their chicken, as it is both fun to make and to eat. Enjoy this meal for a special occasion or a cozy night at home.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 325°F.
2.Trim the chicken of any excess fat and season with salt.
3.Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
4.Cook the chicken until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes.
5.Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
6.Add the onion and garlic to the pot and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
7.Add the cocoa powder, chili powder, sugar, cumin, and cinnamon to the pot and stir well.
8.Add 1 cup of chicken broth and stir to combine.
9.Add the chicken back to the pot, along with the oranges and their juice.
10.Drizzle the wine over the chicken and oranges.
11.Cover the pot and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes.

PROS

Cocoa-Orange Braised Chicken is a unique twist on a classic dish.

The addition of cocoa powder and orange make it a special and sophisticated meal.

CONS

This dish may not be appealing to all palates.

The cocoa flavor may not be enjoyed by everyone and may be an acquired taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a great source of protein and vitamin C.
The oranges can provide up to 70% of the recommended daily amount of vitamin C, which can help boost immunity and lower the risk of chronic diseases.

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