Description
Volcano Chicken is a vibrant dish that takes tender chicken breasts and coats them in a sweet and spicy glaze. This recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a family dinner, bringing an explosion of flavor to your table. With its enticing aroma and colorful presentation, Volcano Chicken makes any meal feel special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1 tsp red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick spray. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together ketchup, honey, soy sauce, chicken broth, garlic, ginger, and red chili flakes.
- Place seasoned chicken in the baking dish and pour half the sauce over it.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Drizzle remaining sauce over baked chicken and broil for a few minutes until bubbly.
- Serve with rice or salad, garnished with green onions or sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - Marinate the chicken overnight for enhanced flavor. - Substitute different proteins like turkey or beef based on your preference. - Add vegetables such as bell peppers or broccoli for extra nutrition.