Dave's Mocha Chicken

Dave's Mocha Chicken
  • PREP TIME
    25 mins
  • COOK TIME
    35 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    4 hrs
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    498

Embark on a culinary adventure with Mocha Chicken, where savory and subtly sweet notes dance together in perfect harmony. The coffee-infused marinade tenderizes the chicken, creating a luscious dish that's both comforting and sophisticated. Perfect served as is, or with the reduced marinade as a delectable sauce.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    33 g
  • Cholesterol
    208 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    48 g
  • Saturated Fat
    10 g
  • Sodium
    2701 mg
  • Sugar
    28 g
  • Fat
    44 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View In a medium, nonreactive bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, sherry, coffee, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Add the chicken legs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to fully penetrate the chicken. (4 hours+)

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Recipe View Remove the chicken from the marinade, reserving the marinade. Set the chicken aside. Pour the reserved marinade into a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View Heat the remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken legs generously with freshly ground black pepper. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Carefully place the chicken legs in the hot skillet and brown on all sides, creating a beautiful sear. This will take approximately 8-10 minutes. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View Pour the simmering marinade over the chicken in the skillet. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear when pierced with a fork. (30 minutes)

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Recipe View Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful chicken. (5 minutes)

For an even deeper mocha flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of unsweetened cocoa powder to the marinade.
If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can create a slurry with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of cold water, then whisk it into the simmering sauce during the last few minutes of cooking.
Serve the Mocha Chicken with a side of steamed rice or roasted vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal. Garnish with fresh parsley or a sprinkle of sesame seeds for added visual appeal.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.2/ 5 ( 166 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Rocio Schowalter

    I added a little bit of garlic to the marinade, and it was even better!

  • Ari Hermanbogan

    This recipe is amazing! The coffee flavor is subtle but really enhances the overall taste.

  • Marcelle Schuster

    I made this for a dinner party, and everyone raved about it. It's a unique and delicious dish.

  • Mckenzie Wuckert

    I was skeptical about the coffee, but it's surprisingly good! My family loved it.

  • Alanis Runolfsdottir

    The chicken was so tender and flavorful. Will definitely make this again!

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