Famous Recipe Portuguese Chicken

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0
Famous Recipe Portuguese Chicken - a savory spicy delight
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons chili powder
4 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 1/2 cups water ( can add more )
1 cup chicken broth
1 large green bell pepper , chopped
8 green onions , chopped
2 cans stewed diced tomatoes
8 chicken breasts , halved
1 1/2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
412
Sugar
6g
Fat
22g
Famous Recipe Portuguese Chicken is inspired by the classic flavors of Portugal, where spice and heat reign supreme. This dish is packed with the flavors of juicy chicken, savory cheese, and spicy peppers. The combination of flavors and textures is sure to satisfy your appetite and leave you feeling full. This recipe is a great way to introduce some new and exciting flavors to your weekly dinner rotation.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder and flour.
3.In a large skillet, heat the cooking oil over medium-high heat.
4.Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides. Remove chicken from the skillet and set them aside.
5.Add the green bell pepper and green onions to the skillet and cook until softened.
6.Add the stewed diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and water to the skillet.
7.Slowly sprinkle the chili powder and flour mixture over the tomato mixture while stirring to avoid clumps.
8.Bring the mixture to a simmer and let cook for 5 minutes.
9.Return the chicken to the skillet and coat it with the tomato mixture.
10.Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the chicken.
11.Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This Portuguese chicken is a spicy, savory delight that will satisfy your cravings for something flavorful.
It’s perfect for a family dinner, and the leftovers can be used in salads and sandwiches the next day.

CONS

This dish may be too spicy for some people who don’t enjoy heat.
It’s also relatively high in fat and calories, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish contains a lot of protein from the chicken and some vitamins and nutrients from the vegetables and tomatoes.
The chili powder has been linked to boosting metabolism and reducing inflammation in the body.

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