New Mexico Chile-Glazed Chicken on Hominy Polenta
New Mexico Chile-Glazed Chicken on Hominy Polenta is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Preheat oven to 350°F.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPreheat oven to 350°F.
Bring broth and chiles to boil in small saucepan.
Cover; reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes.
Transfer mixture to blender.
Add vinegar, honey, and cumin.
Blend until smooth, thinning with broth by tablespoonfuls as needed for thick sauce.
Season sauce with salt and pepper.
Transfer to bowl; rinse out and reserve blender.
Melt 2 tablespoons butter in large ovenproof skillet over medium heat.
Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper.
Add to skillet; sauté until brown, about 3 minutes per side.
Transfer skillet to oven; roast chicken until cooked through, about 8 minutes.
Meanwhile, blend hominy with juice until just coarsely chopped, about 5 seconds; drain well.
Stir hominy and 3 tablespoons butter in medium saucepan over medium heat until heated through, about 2 minutes.
Mix in half of cilantro.
Season with salt and pepper.
Spoon hominy onto plates.
Top with chicken, then sauce and remaining cilantro. * Available at some supermarkets and at specialty foods stores and Latin markets.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.