President Reagan Baja Chicken Recipe

Recipe: #34006

January 02, 2020

Categories: Chicken, Mexican, Wine Boneless Pieces, Mexican Chicken, , more

recipe by:
dienia b

Ingredients

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3 pounds boneless ,skinless chicken breasts, (8)
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper, to taste
2 cloves garlic, crushed

4 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons tarragon vinegar
⅔ cup dry sherry

Nutritional

Serving Size: 1 (185.5 g)
Calories 343
Total Fat - 12.8 g
Saturated Fat - 2.7 g
Cholesterol - 144.6 mg
Sodium - 271.6 mg
Total Carbohydrate - 0.3 g
Dietary Fiber - 0 g
Sugars - 0 g
Protein - 52.8 g
Calcium - 27.8 mg
Iron - 1.8 mg
Vitamin C - 0.2 mg
Thiamin - 0.1 mg

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Sprinkle chicken with seasoned salt and pepper.

Step 2

Crush garlic into oil and add with vinegar in a skillet.

Step 3

Sauté chicken pieces until golden brown, turning frequently.

Step 4

Remove and place in a baking dish.

Step 5

Pour sherry over pieces and place in 350-degree oven for 10 minutes.

Editorial Notes

The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.

Tips for selecting ingredients

When choosing the chicken breasts, make sure to select ones that are of similar size so they cook evenly.
For the sherry, dry sherry is recommended for the best flavor, but if you don't have any, you can substitute with white wine.

Ingredient substitutions

Substitute the seasoned salt with smoked paprika for a smoky flavor. The benefit of this substitution is that it adds a unique flavor to the dish that can be enjoyed by all.
Substitute the tarragon vinegar with white balsamic vinegar for a more subtle flavor. The benefit of this substitution is that it adds a milder flavor to the dish that won't overpower the other ingredients.

Variations

Lemon-Garlic Chicken Sprinkle chicken with seasoned salt and pepper. Crush garlic into oil and add with lemon juice in a skillet. Sauté chicken pieces until golden brown, turning frequently. Remove and place in a baking dish. Pour dry sherry and lemon juice over pieces and place in 350-degree oven for 10 minutes.

Serve with

Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan Cheese - This simple side dish pairs perfectly with the President Reagan Baja Chicken. The asparagus is roasted in the oven to bring out its natural sweetness, while the Parmesan cheese adds a salty, nutty flavor. It's a great way to add some vegetables to your meal without compromising flavor.

Garlic Mashed Potatoes: Garlic mashed potatoes are a classic side dish that goes well with the President Reagan Baja Chicken. The creamy potatoes are combined with garlic, butter, and sour cream to create a delicious and comforting side dish. The garlic adds a subtle flavor that complements the Baja Chicken and enhances the flavors of the roasted asparagus.