Best 2 Cherry Bomb Chicken Recipes
If you're looking for a dish that combines sweet, savory, and spicy flavors, then cherry bomb chicken might be the perfect recipe for you. This unique dish is made with chicken breasts that are coated in a sweet and sticky cherry sauce, then baked or grilled until tender and juicy. The combination of the sweet sauce and the spicy peppers creates a flavor that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're hosting a party or just looking for a delicious and easy weeknight meal, cherry bomb chicken is sure to be a hit.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
CHERRY BOMB CHICKEN
Thanks to the magic of brining, this really will almost guarantee a juicy, tasty piece of chicken.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Whole Chicken Recipes
Time 5h40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Combine water, kosher salt, and sugar in a saucepan over low heat; cook until sugar and salt dissolve, 4 to 5 minutes. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
- Score the skin side of each piece of chicken 2 to 3 times, about 1/8 inch deep. Place chicken pieces in a large bowl or lidded container.
- Puree cherry tomatoes, habanero peppers, garlic, and allspice with the salt and sugar mixture in a blender until smooth.
- Pour tomato brine over chicken pieces, making sure all pieces are covered. Refrigerate 4 to 6 hours.
- Remove chicken pieces and transfer to a plate or baking sheet lined with paper towels. Pat chicken pieces dry with more paper towels.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Combine thyme, cumin, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and oil in a small bowl.
- Brush each chicken piece with thyme and oil mixture.
- Cook chicken, skin side down, on the preheated grill for 1 to 2 minutes. Turn each piece and move to indirect heat. Cook until well-browned and meat is no longer pink in the center, 30 to 35 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Brush each piece with Thai sweet chile sauce. Transfer to a plate and allow chicken to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 490 calories, Carbohydrate 22.6 g, Cholesterol 129.3 mg, Fat 25.3 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 41.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 5251.8 mg, Sugar 18.5 g
CHERRY BOMB CHICKEN
This is with cherry preserves, from Penzey's Spices. They had it in their recipes for 4th of July. Even my picky DH, who doesn't like fruit in his main dish, likes this. Prep. time includes marinating time.
Provided by WI Cheesehead
Categories Whole Chicken
Time 2h30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In small saucepan, mix soy sauce, preserves, garlic and mustard.
- Stir over med heat just until preserves are melted and mix is well blended.
- Season to taste with hot pepper sauce. Cool.
- Arrange chicken in single layer in baking dish just large enough to hold pieces.
- Pour sauce over all and turn to coat evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or up to 1 day.
- Lift chicken from marinade, collecting remaining marinade in small bowl.
- Grill chicken over med coals until done, about 25 min, turning frequently and basting with additional marinade.
- Garnish with green onions.
Tips:
- Use fresh cherries: Fresh cherries have a sweeter and more intense flavor than frozen or canned cherries.
- Pit the cherries: Pitting the cherries will help prevent the sauce from becoming too thick.
- Use a heavy-bottomed pan: A heavy-bottomed pan will help prevent the sauce from burning.
- Cook the sauce until it has thickened: The sauce should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
- Serve the chicken immediately: Cherry bomb chicken is best served immediately after it is cooked.
Conclusion:
Cherry bomb chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the sauce is sweet and tangy. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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