Mexican Chocolate Chicken

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 4 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless (approx. 1.5 lbs)
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 2 oz dark chocolate, chopped

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.Preheat oven to 375°F. Mix together chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Season chicken breasts with spice mixture.
2. 2.Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, until browned. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
3. 3.Add garlic to skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant. Stir in tomato paste and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, until sauce has thickened.
4. 4.Add chopped chocolate to skillet and stir until melted and smooth. Return chicken to skillet and spoon sauce over chicken.
5. 5.Bake for 15-20 minutes, until chicken is cooked through. Serve hot.

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightFor a spicier dish, add some cayenne pepper to the spice mixture.
• chevron_rightBe sure to use a good quality dark chocolate for the best flavor.