Best 4 Spicy Almond Chicken Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with the tantalizing flavors of spicy almond chicken, a culinary delight that blends the zesty heat of chili peppers with the subtle sweetness of almonds. This delectable dish offers a harmonious balance of flavors and textures, making it a favorite among those who appreciate both bold and nuanced flavors. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, this guide will lead you through the steps to create this mouthwatering dish, ensuring that you end up with a perfectly cooked, tantalizingly spicy almond chicken that will leave you and your loved ones craving more.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY ALMOND CHICKEN AND RICE



Spicy Almond Chicken and Rice image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 30

1/4 cup almond butter
1/2 cup chicken stock/poaching liquid from Poached Chicken, recipe follows
1/4 to 1/3 cup hoisin sauce
1/4 to 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce or liquid aminos
1-inch piece ginger root, grated
2 cloves garlic, grated
1 to 2 tablespoons Sriracha, optional
Juice of 1 lime
Black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable or stir-fry oil
2 medium leeks or 1 yellow onion, halved and sliced 1/4-inch thick
3 to 4 ribs celery, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced on an angle
2 carrots, peeled and sliced into matchsticks
1 to 2 red long, jalapeno or Fresno chiles, thinly sliced
1/2 pound sugar snap peas or defrosted whole snap peas, thinly sliced on an angle
1 can sliced water chestnuts, drained
About 1 1/2 pounds cooked Poached Chicken, recipe follows, pulled or thinly sliced
Salt to taste
1 cup white or brown rice, cooked to package directions
About 1/4 cup sliced or slivered almonds
One 4-to 5-pound chicken
2 ribs celery, coarsely chopped
1 carrot, peeled and coarsely chopped
1 onion, peeled and quartered
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 lemon, sliced
1 large fresh bay leaf
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
Herb bundle of parsley, rosemary and thyme tied with a string
Salt

Steps:

  • In a small pot, loosen the almond butter over low heat, then add the stock, hoisin, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, Sriracha and lime juice, season with black pepper, bring to a bubble and simmer to let sauce thicken and flavors combine.
  • Heat the oil over high heat in a large skillet. Add the leeks or onions, celery, carrots, chiles and snap peas and stir-fry to tender-crisp, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the water chestnuts and toss to combine. Add the sauce and chicken and toss to combine. Season with salt to taste. Cool and store for a make-ahead meal. Reheat quickly over medium-high heat when you are ready to serve.
  • To serve, cook the rice to package directions. Toast the almonds in a small pan until golden and fragrant.
  • Serve the chicken with the rice; sprinkle with the almonds.
  • Place the chicken in a large stockpot. Add the celery, carrot, onion, garlic, lemon, bay leaf, peppercorns and the herb bundle; season with salt. Cover the chicken with water and bring to a boil; reduce the heat to a low, rolling simmer. Simmer 60 to 75 minutes, then cool the chicken in its stock. Strain the stock. Remove the chicken in large pieces from the skin and bones. Cut half of the meat into bite-size chunks. Thinly slice or pull the remaining meat.

SPICY CHICKEN AND ALMOND STEW



Spicy Chicken and Almond Stew image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch chunks (about 11/2 pounds)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced peeled ginger
1 sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
1 apple, cut into 1-inch chunks
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 cups chicken broth
6 cups chopped kale
1 large tomato, chopped
1/2 cup almond butter
1/2 cup fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Season the chicken with 1 teaspoon salt and a couple turns of black pepper. Heat a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. When hot, pour in 2 tablespoons vegetable oil. Add the chicken and cook, turning often, until brown on all sides, about 6 minutes; transfer to a bowl and set aside.
  • Add the remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to the pot and reduce the heat to medium. Add the onion, garlic, ginger and 1 teaspoon salt. Cook until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes. Add the sweet potato, apple, cayenne, chicken broth and 3 cups water; bring to a simmer. Stir in the kale, tomato and almond butter and simmer until the vegetables are tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Return the chicken to the pot and simmer until just cooked through, about 5 minutes. Serve topped with the cilantro.

SPICY AFRICAN CHICKEN AND ALMOND STEW



Spicy African Chicken and Almond Stew image

Creamy almond butter and spicy cayenne are the secret ingredients in this chicken stew.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 boneless and skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch chunks
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
3/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 crisp, tart apple, such as granny smith, cut 1-inch chunks
1 medium sweet potato, cut into 1-inch chunks
6 cups stemmed and chopped kale
1/2 cup almond butter
1 large tomato, chopped
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Toss the chicken pieces with 1 teaspoon kosher salt and a few grinds of pepper in a medium bowl.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium-high heat. When hot, add the chicken and cook, stirring frequently, until brown on all sides, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a bowl. Add another tablespoon of vegetable oil to the pot and reduce the heat to medium. Add the onion, garlic, ginger and 1 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring frequently, until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the chicken broth, cayenne, apple, sweet potato and 3 cups of water and bring to a simmer. Add the kale, almond butter and tomato. Stir to combine and simmer until the vegetables are tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Return the chicken to the pot and simmer until just cooked through, about 5 minutes. Serve with the cilantro leaves scattered over the top.
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SPICY ALMOND CHICKEN



Spicy Almond Chicken image

This has just the right amount of spices. It's tangy, beautiful and delicious.

Provided by MICHELLECA

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted     Breasts

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons butter
1 (3 pound) chicken, cut into pieces
1 (14 ounce) jar red currant jelly
½ cup yellow mustard
½ cup blanched slivered almonds
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and saute for about 10 minutes, or until lightly browned on all sides. Remove chicken from skillet and place in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • To skillet add jelly, mustard, almonds, sugar, juice and cinnamon. Stir together and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until jelly dissolves. Pour mixture over chicken.
  • Cover dish and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove cover and bake an additional 10 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through (no longer pink inside).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.5 calories, Carbohydrate 41.1 g, Cholesterol 101.5 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 31.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 297.4 mg, Sugar 34.8 g

Tips:

  • Use a good quality soy sauce. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the dish.
  • Don't overcook the chicken. It should be cooked through but still tender and juicy.
  • If you don't have almond flour, you can make your own by grinding almonds in a food processor.
  • Use a large skillet or wok so that the chicken has plenty of room to cook.
  • Serve the chicken immediately over rice or noodles.

Conclusion:

Spicy almond chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. The chicken is coated in a flavorful almond flour breading and then pan-fried until crispy. The sauce is made with soy sauce, honey, and Sriracha sauce. It is sweet, spicy, and tangy. Serve the chicken over rice or noodles and enjoy!

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