What is Golden Chicken made of?

The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Celery, Chicken Base, Chicken Bouillon. The full list of 22 is above.

How long does it take to make Golden Chicken?

About 2 hrs 25 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 2 hrs 10 mins to cook.

How many calories are in one serving?

One serving provides about 523.11 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.

Is Golden Chicken easy to make?

This recipe is rated hard, with 22 ingredients and 8 steps.

Is Golden Chicken healthy?

Golden Chicken has an easyChef Pro health score of 53/100. Per serving, it provides 523.11 calories and 78.5 g of protein, or 157% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, potassium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 373.82 mg (16% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 2.57 g (13% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 6.21 g (12% of the Daily Value). It contains Celery, Sulfites, Tomatoes, Garlic, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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Golden Chicken

Name: Golden Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 2 h 10 min
Total time: 2 h 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian, Fusion, Moroccan
Ingredients: 0.5 tsp Black Pepper; 0.13 tsp Cayenne Pepper; 0.5 cup Celery; 1 tsp Chicken Base; 1 tsp Chicken Bouillon; 48 oz Chicken Leg Quarters; 1 cup Diced Onion; 1 tsp Dried Currant; 3 cloves Garlic; 0.13 tsp Ground Cinnamon; 0.25 tsp Ground Coriander; 2 tsp Ground Cumin; 0.25 tsp Ground Turmeric; 0.5 cup Jalapeño Pepper; 1 tbsp Olive Oil; 1 cup Onion; 1 tsp Saffron; 2 tsp Salt; 1 tsp Smoked Paprika; 1 tbsp Tomato Paste; 2.5 cups Water; 3 tbsp White Wine Vinegar

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 Indian 🇮🇳Fusion Moroccan High-Protein 💪Low-Carb Low-Sodium Sugar-Free Gluten-Free Ayurvedic 🧘Paleo 🦴Halal 🕌

Chicken leg quarters are cooked low and slow until fall-apart tender in a richly spiced golden sauce. Onion, celery, jalapeño, cumin, smoked paprika, turmeric, saffron, garlic, tomato paste, and white wine vinegar create layered warmth, gentle heat, and tang, with dried currants adding a subtle sweet note. Serve it as a comforting centerpiece for a leisurely dinner.

Prep15 mins
Cook2 hrs 10 mins
Serves4
DifficultyHard

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Golden Chicken, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

53 Health Score

Glycemic ImpactFair: 52 / 100; Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityPoor: 14 / 100; Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityGood: 92 / 100; Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed: 1 / 4; Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.

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56
Heart Health: 42
Metabolic: 45
Digestive: 39
Inflammatory: 63
Performance: 56
General Wellness

1

Place chicken leg quarters on a work surface with the skin facing up. Make a cut into the thickest part of each drumstick, all the way down to the bone. Then make two cuts in the center of each thigh. Season both sides generously with kosher salt.
2

Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add chicken, skin-side down, and sear until the skin is nicely browned, 5 to 6 minutes. Flip and sear for 2 more minutes. Turn off the heat and remove the chicken to a plate, leaving any rendered fat in the skillet.
3

Turn the heat back on to medium; add onion, celery, jalapeño, and a pinch of salt to the skillet. Sauté until the onion turns translucent and the vegetables have softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Add cumin, paprika, coriander, turmeric, pepper, cayenne, cinnamon, and garlic; cook and stir until the garlic has cooked slightly and the spices are toasted, about 2 minutes.
4

Stir in tomato paste, vinegar, water, and saffron. Increase the heat to high, then stir in currants and chicken base; bring to a simmer.
5

Add chicken to the skillet, skin-side up, and reduce the heat to low. Baste the chicken with the liquid. Cover and cook over low or medium-low heat at a gentle simmer for 1 hour.
6

Flip the chicken, cover, and simmer gently until the meat is fork-tender and almost falling off the bone, about 30 more minutes.
7

Flip and baste the chicken again. Increase the heat to medium and cook, uncovered, until the chicken is very tender and the braising liquid has reduced slightly, 20 to 30 minutes more.
8

Taste the braising liquid and adjust the seasoning if needed before serving.

About This Recipe

Golden Chicken is made with 22 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 2 hrs 25 mins and is rated hard. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Celery, and Chicken Base. Each serving provides about 523.11 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Golden Chicken made of?: The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Celery, Chicken Base, Chicken Bouillon. The full list of 22 is above.
How long does it take to make Golden Chicken?: About 2 hrs 25 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 2 hrs 10 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?: One serving provides about 523.11 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Golden Chicken easy to make?: This recipe is rated hard, with 22 ingredients and 8 steps.
Is Golden Chicken healthy?: Golden Chicken has an easyChef Pro health score of 53/100. Per serving, it provides 523.11 calories and 78.5 g of protein, or 157% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, potassium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 373.82 mg (16% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 2.57 g (13% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 6.21 g (12% of the Daily Value). It contains Celery, Sulfites, Tomatoes, Garlic, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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