Best 12 Chicken With Spicy Tomato Sauce Recipes

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Chicken and spicy tomato sauce is a tantalizing and flavorsome dish that combines the tender and succulent texture of chicken with a vibrant, spicy tomato sauce. This culinary delight offers a burst of flavors ranging from tangy tomatoes and aromatic spices to a hint of piquant heat, leaving your taste buds ignited. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a delectable main course to impress your dinner guests, this dynamic duo of chicken and spicy tomato sauce is sure to satisfy your cravings and become a staple in your recipe repertoire.

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CHICKEN IN SPICY TOMATO SAUCE



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Must-try recipe for a Malaysian/Indonesian dish of fried chicken braised in spicy tomato sauce that's deliciously sweetish, savoury, and tangy.

Provided by Celia Lim

Categories     Chicken Recipes

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 23

12 chicken thighs (OR a whole chicken chopped into 12 pieces)
1 tbsp ground turmeric
1 tsp salt
1 three-inch cinnamon bark
2 whole star anise
5 cloves
3 green cardamom pods
1/4 cup peas (frozen or canned)
6 large red chillies
2 bird's eye chilli (OR substitute with 1 tbsp chilli powder (optional))
6 small shallots (or 3 large)
6 garlic cloves
1 thumb-length ginger knob
3 lemon grass stalks
1 1/2 tbsp sugar (to taste)
1 tsp salt (to taste)
200 ml canned tomato puree (OR 400 ml canned tomato sauce)
200 ml thick coconut milk (OR 400 ml canned coconut milk)
250 ml water
2 - 3 tbsp ketchup (to taste)
1 - 2 tbsp palm sugar or light brown sugar (to taste)
1/2 tsp salt (to taste)
Some cilantro or parsely (finely chopped)

Steps:

  • Wash chicken pieces drain and pat dry with paper towels. Rub all over with ground turmeric and salt until evenly coated. Set aside.
  • To use lemongrass: Cut the bottom root portion off the base. Slice the bottom one-third (3-inch) section only, discard the rest. Slice at an angle,and as thinly as possible.
  • Roughly chop up red chilli peppers and bird's eye chillies (or substitute bird's eye chillies with 1 tbsp chilli powder). Peel and roughly chop shallots, garlic and ginger.
  • In a food processor, blend the spice ingredients until you get the paste as smooth and fine-textured as possible. Add 1 to 2 tbsps oil or water (use more or less as needed) to help the blades cut into the mix. Set aside.
  • Separately, prepare the cinnamon bark, star anise, cloves and cardamom pods.
  • Fill a wok or deep skillet one-quarter full with oil and heat up over medium heat until hot. Fry the chicken pieces in batches, 5 to 6 pieces at a time. Par-fry for 2 minutes, until the pieces are lightly browned and half-cooked. Set aside.
  • In the same wok, drain most of the oil, leaving behind 4 tbsps. With the oil still hot, and the heat reduced to low, put in the cinnamon bark, star anise, cloves and cardamom pods. Fry for 15 to 20 seconds, or until fragrant.
  • Pour in the blended spice paste, sugar, salt, and stir frequently to prevent the paste from burning. If it gets too dry, add an additional 1 to 2 tbsp of oil. Once the paste starts to stick or clump together, has an oily sheen, and oil froths or bubbles around the edges, it is ready for the next step.
  • Stir in the tomato puree, coconut milk, ketchup, and water. Increase the heat and bring the sauce to a gentle oil. The reduce the heat slightly, to keep the sauce at a gentle simmer. Let the sauce reduce by almost half. Caution: This sauce can spit and spurt quite vigorously, so have an apron on and be careful when you give it the occasional stir.)
  • Put in the chicken pieces, including the oils and drippings, and stir to evenly coat all over with the sauce. Let the chicken braise gently. Continue to let sauce reduce until 'pecah minyak', that is, the oil splits. This is when oil begins to separate from the sauce, forming beads or pools on the surface (read notes below). The end consistency of the sauce should be thick and pasty.
  • Stir in the peas, palm sugar (or light brown sugar) and salt, and cook for a few more minutes till just softened. Do a taste test and add more sugar or salt, to taste. Turn off the heat. Dish out immediately into a serving dish, and garnish lavishly with chopped cilantro or parsley.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 341 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 20 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 111 mg, Sodium 649 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 9 g

CHICKEN IN SPICY TOMATO SAUCE



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Provided by Deborah Mele

Categories     Poultry

Time 2h15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Green Tops From 4 Scallion Onions
5 Tablespoons Olive Oil
8 Medium Sized Chicken Thighs, or One (3 pound) Chicken Cut Into Pieces
1 Small Onion, Peeled and Finely Diced
5 Cloves Garlic, Peeled and Minced
1 Red Chili Pepper, Finely Minced
3/4 Cup Dry White Wine
1 1/2 Cups Chopped Tomatoes
1 Teaspoon Oregano
1/4 Cup Chopped Fresh Parsley
Sea Salt and Pepper to Taste

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a heavy bottom pan, and once hot, brown half the chicken pieces on each side until golden brown over medium high heat, about 3 to 4 minutes each side.
  • Brown the rest of the chicken pieces and then move all to a plate.
  • Add the chopped onion to the pan, and cook over medium heat until soft and translucent, about 4 minutes.
  • Add the garlic and chili pepper to the pan and cook another minute or two until fragrant.
  • Add the wine to the pan and turn the heat up to high.
  • Use a fork to scrape up any brown bits off the bottom of the pan, and cook until the wine has reduced by 1/3 volume.
  • Return the chicken pieces to the pan along with the tomatoes, dried oregano, and parsley.
  • Season with salt and pepper and bring the mixture to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for about an hour.
  • Remove the cover, and cook an additional 15 to 20.
  • At this point, the sauce should have thickened and the chicken should be so tender it falls off the bone.
  • Alternately, instead of cooking the chicken on the stovetop, you could place the pot with the chicken and sauce in an oven preheated to 350 degrees F. and cook for an hour and a half, then uncover and cook an additional 15 minutes or until the sauce has thickened.
  • To serve, place the chicken on a warmed platter and spoon the sauce over top.
  • Sprinkle with the chopped onions and serve immediately.

SPICY CHICKEN



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"I serve this zippy chicken with plenty of sour cream and full glasses of milk to calm the bite," comments Donna Michaelis of Madison, Wisconsin. "It's a super way to stay toasty on blustery autumn days."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

5 tablespoons butter, divided
1 medium onion, chopped
6 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups chicken broth
2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce
2 cups chopped green onions
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1-1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 tablespoon salt
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1-1/2 teaspoons pepper
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
16 ounces angel hair pasta
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat; add 2 tablespoons butter. Cook and stir onion and garlic until tender, 2-3 minutes. Stir in the broth, tomato sauce, green onions, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, cayenne and hot pepper sauce. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large shallow bowl, combine the salt, garlic powder, pepper, basil and cumin; mix well. Add chicken and toss to coat. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add remaining butter; cook chicken, in batches, until no longer pink. Add chicken to tomato sauce; simmer for 10 minutes., Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Top with chicken mixture. Garnish with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts :

CHICKEN WITH GARLIC-TOMATO SAUCE



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My husband and I made up this recipe as we went along, and we love the way it turned out. It reminds us me something found at Italian restaurants. -Angela Schellenberg of Steinbach, Manitoba

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 medium carrots, halved and thinly sliced
1 cup Italian tomato sauce
3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
Hot cooked pasta

Steps:

  • Sprinkle both sides of chicken with pepper. In a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, brown chicken on each side in 1 teaspoon oil. Remove and keep warm. , In the same skillet, saute tomatoes and garlic in remaining oil for 1 minute. Add carrots; saute 2-3 minutes longer. Combine the tomato sauce, broth, tomato paste and rosemary; stir into skillet. Bring to a boil. , Return chicken to the pan. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until chicken juices run clear and carrots are crisp-tender. Serve with pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 510mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN WITH DELICIOUS SPICY TOMATO SAUCE



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The sauce from this dish can be used with enchiladas or burritos, just cook down a bit before using. When I made this recipe I added in about 3/4 cup salsa to the sauce when cooking. The sauce from this is just delicious and is low-fat too. This has become one of our favorite chicken dishes, my family loves this! Add in large chunks of zucchini also if desired and if you prefer more heat add in a chopped jalapeno or increase the crushed chili flakes. This can also be made in a crockpot with great results. If you are planning to make more than 6 pieces of chicken then double the sauce recipe. You will love this!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Chicken

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (14 ounce) can stewed tomatoes (preferably Mexican-style)
1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
4 fresh garlic cloves (or to taste)
2 -3 teaspoons dried oregano
1 -2 tablespoon corn syrup (can use brown sugar)
1/4-1/2 teaspoon cumin
6 chicken pieces (skin on or off or use just chicken breasts)
salt and pepper
oil (for frying)
1 large onion (sliced thin or chopped)
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste)
1 green bell pepper, coarsley chopped

Steps:

  • In a blender puree the stewed tomatoes, orange juice, broth, chili powder, lime juice, garlic cloves, oregano, corn syrup and cumin; set aside.
  • In a large skillet (I use my electric frypan for this) heat oil over high heat.
  • Season chicken with salt and pepper on all sides.
  • Brown in hot oil about 5 minutes on each side.
  • Add in sliced onion, chili flakes, and green pepper and the sauce from blender, reduce heat to medium and simmer uncovered until chicken is cooked through, about 40 minutes (turning over once).
  • If desired remove the chicken when cooked and simmer the sauce and veggies longer, then just return the chicken to sauce.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve with rice or hot cooked noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.2, Fat 0.9, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 354.5, Carbohydrate 21.8, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 11.3, Protein 2.9

ITALIAN CHICKEN AND SPICY TOMATO SAUCE



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A wonderful quick and easy meal. I came up with this because I always have a ton of canned tomatoes on hand and a bunch of chicken. I wanted something different and low calorie. Once I snuck a bunch of broccoli VERY chopped up in here. I had to cook it forever so the husband couldn't tell it was in the dish, but it work like a charm! He still loved it!! Enjoy! (Pasta is included in the nutritional information, so cut back on that if you are watching your weight.)

Provided by Bonnie Traynor

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 whole boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into small cubes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
6 -8 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon parsley
1 teaspoon Italian spices
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (more if you like it hotter)
salt and pepper
1 tablespoon chopped onion
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/4 lb penne pasta, cooked

Steps:

  • Cut raw chicken into small cubed pieces.
  • Place into skillet with Tbsp of olive oil.
  • Cook until the chicken is almost done.
  • Then add the chopped garlic and onion and continue to cook until the meat is completely cooked.
  • Add tomatoes, Italian spices, red pepper flakes and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Continue to cook for about 3-7 minutes more.
  • Then add in the tomato paste.
  • Cook about 5-7 minutes more to complete.
  • Meanwhile, heat the pasta according to the package directions.
  • After cooking the pasta, drain but do not rinse.
  • Serve the sauce over the pasta and enjoy!

CHICKEN WITH SPICY TOMATO SAUCE



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Provided by Dora Moel

Categories     Blender     Chicken     Poultry     Tomato     Sauté     Winter     Healthy     Bon Appétit     Mexico

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 14 1/2-ounce can Mexican-style or regular stewed tomatoes
1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 cup canned low-salt chicken broth
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
3 large garlic cloves, chopped
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
3 tablespoons olive oil
6 skinless boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Puree first 9 ingredients in blender.
  • Heat oil in heavy large skillet over high heat. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Add chicken to skillet; sauté until brown, about 2 minutes per side. Add sauce from blender. Reduce heat to medium. Simmer uncovered until chicken is cooked through, turning chicken over once, about 10 minutes. Using tongs, transfer chicken to work surface. Continue to simmer sauce until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes longer. Season sauce with salt and pepper.
  • Cut chicken crosswise into thin slices. Return to sauce and heat through.

CHICKEN WITH SPICED TOMATO SAUCE



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     dinner, one pot, main course

Time 40m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces whole or 7 ounces ready-cut onion (1 2/3 cups)
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 clove garlic
8 ounces skinless, boneless chicken breast
1/2 teaspoon mixed pickling spices
1 cup no-salt-added chicken stock
1 1/2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
3 ounces tomato paste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Chop whole onion. In a nonstick pan large enough to hold all the ingredients, saute the onion in hot oil until it is soft.
  • Mince garlic and add to onions.
  • Wash and dry chicken and cut into bite-size chunks. When onion is soft, add chicken and brown lightly on both sides.
  • Tie the pickling spice in a little bit of cheesecloth or an emptied tea bag. Add it to the chicken with the stock, vinegar, tomato paste and black pepper. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until chicken is cooked and flavors are melded, about 7 to 10 minutes. If sauce begins to stick, add a little more stock. Remove pickling-spice bag, and serve the chicken over rice.

CRISPY CHICKEN IN GARLICKY TOMATO SAUCE



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 small bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
6 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup dry white wine
One 26.46-ounce carton chopped tomatoes, such as Pomi
Two 3.8-ounce cans sliced black olives, drained
1 tablespoon fresh oregano leaves
3 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper. Heat the oil in a large braiser or high-sided saute pan oven over medium-high heat. Add the chicken skin-side down and cook, undisturbed, until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the chicken to a plate.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low and add 1 tablespoon butter along with the onions, garlic and crushed red pepper. Cook, stirring often, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the wine and simmer until reduced by about half, about 3 minutes. Add the tomatoes, olives, oregano and the remaining tablespoon butter and bring to a simmer; season with salt and pepper.
  • Nestle the chicken in the sauce skin-side-up and transfer to the oven. Bake until the chicken is just cooked through, about 40 minutes. Sprinkle with the parsley and serve immediately.

ROTINI & SPICY CHICKEN IN TOMATO SAUCE



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Put together a simple dinner entrée with this quick Rotini & Spicy Chicken in Tomato Sauce! This recipe includes rotini, crushed red pepper & cream cheese.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Healthy Living Dinner Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cans (8 oz. each) tomato sauce
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cubed, softened
1/4 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 onion, chopped
4 cups cooked rotini pasta
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) artichoke hearts, drained, quartered
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes, drained
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Blend tomato sauce and cream cheese in blender until smooth.
  • Heat dressing in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken and onions; cook 8 min. or until chicken is evenly browned, stirring occasionally. Add tomato sauce mixture and all remaining ingredients except parsley; stir. Simmer on medium heat 5 min. or until chicken is done, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 590 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 19 g

MOM'S SPICY CHICKEN TOMATO STEW



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My mother's recipe, I've never had another chicken stew like it! Overflowing with chicken, tomato, and chili flavor! Great with grilled cheese sandwiches on a winter day.

Provided by Kariz0rz

Time 1h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
4 cups water, or as needed to cover
6 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed, or more to taste
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained
1 small white onion, chopped, or to taste
1 tablespoon chili powder, or more to taste
1 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
1 teaspoon ground black pepper, or more to taste
2 (14.5 ounce) cans cream-style corn

Steps:

  • Arrange chicken in a single layer in the bottom of a large Dutch oven. Add water to cover and bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, 20 to 35 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Use a slotted spoon to remove chicken to a plate to cool; leave cooking liquid in the pot. When cool enough to handle, remove and discard chicken skin and bones. Shred meat and set aside.
  • Add potatoes, diced tomatoes, onion, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the pot. Cook until potatoes are tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Add corn and shredded chicken to stew. Cook until heated through, 5 to 10 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings. Simmer for another 10 to 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.5 calories, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 51.1 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 653.5 mg, Sugar 6 g

SPICY TOMATO COCONUT CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



Spicy Tomato Coconut Chicken Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: chicken, salt, pepper, olive oil, garlic, ginger, jalapeñoes, onion, tomato puree, coconut milk, chicken stock, fresh cilantro

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 lb chicken, quartered
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ginger
3 jalapeñoes, deseeded and diced
1 onion, chopped
1 ¼ cups tomato puree
1 cup coconut milk, unsweetened
1 cup chicken stock
fresh cilantro, or parsley, for garnish, chopped

Steps:

  • Salt and pepper chicken.
  • In a large pot, brown chicken in olive oil. Remove chicken and set aside.
  • In the same pot, add garlic, ginger, jalapeños and onions. Cook until translucent.
  • Pour in the tomato puree, unsweetened coconut milk and chicken broth.
  • Add the chicken back to the pot. Bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 45 - 60 minutes.
  • Serve with rice. Garnish with cilantro or parsley.
  • Enjoy!

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Chicken: For the best results, use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs. Bone-in chicken can also be used, but it will take longer to cook.
  • Marinate the Chicken: Marinating the chicken in a mixture of yogurt, spices, and herbs helps to tenderize and flavor the chicken. You can marinate the chicken for as little as 30 minutes or up to overnight.
  • Use Ripe Tomatoes: Ripe tomatoes have a sweeter, more intense flavor than unripe tomatoes. If you can, use fresh tomatoes for the sauce. If you're using canned tomatoes, choose a high-quality brand.
  • Don't Overcook the Chicken: Overcooked chicken is dry and tough. Cook the chicken until it is just cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
  • Serve with Your Favorite Sides: Chicken with spicy tomato sauce can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, pasta, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Chicken with spicy tomato sauce is a quick and easy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and spicy. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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