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Sriracha chicken with a twist
Dust the chicken with flour and toss in the slow cooker. With just 4 other ingredients you have a great
dinner.
I’ve experimented with several Sriracha chicken recipes, each blending the spiciness of Sriracha sauce
with different types of sweetness: honey, maple syrup, and even natural sugar. However, none of them
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really captivated me. The spiciness was pleasant, but often overpowered the sweetness, leaving an
overly sweet aftertaste. In my search for balance, I found the perfect solution: jam.Its sweetness is
refined, enhancing the dish without overwhelming the palate and allowing the fiery character of
Sriracha to shine.
What really sets this recipe apart is not just the intelligent use of jam or its simplicity, but also its ease
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of preparation. This wonderful dish requires only five ingredients and eliminates any preparatory steps
such as browning or pre-cooking; Simply mix and let the slow cooker work its magic. The result, ready
in just four hours, is a testament to the beauty of simplicity in the kitchen.
Sriracha chicken with a twist
Ingredients:
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
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1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup orange marmalade
1/4 cup Sriracha sauce
Juice of 2 limes
Instructions:
We start by lightly coating the chicken legs with flour and removing the excess.
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In another bowl, stir together orange marmalade, Sriracha sauce, and lime juice until well combined.
Place the chicken in a single layer in the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker.
Carefully pour the jam and Sriracha mixture over the chicken, making sure each piece is evenly coated.
Secure the slow cooker lid and cook on low for 4 hours.Stirring halfway through cooking is not
necessary, but it can help distribute the sauce evenly.
Once cooked, the chicken is tender, has a beautiful orange color and is ready to serve.
This Sriracha Chicken recipe is more than just a meal; It is a perfect combination of spicy and subtly
sweet flavors that promises enjoyment with minimal effort in the kitchen. Perfect for anyone looking
for a deliciously different twist on a classic favorite dish.
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