Torissi's Chicken Fra Diavolo Recipe

Name: Torissi's Chicken Fra Diavolo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 dried guajillo chilies, stemmed, seeded and deveined; 3 garlic cloves; Olive oil; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 1/2 teaspoons Sriracha hot sauce; 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes; Salt; Sugar; 1 slice stale white bread, grated on box grater; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 garlic clove, smashed; Pinch dried thyme; 1 chicken about 3 1/2 pounds, quartered; Salt; freshly ground pepper; 1 cup plain yogurt; Olive oil; Fresh lemon juice; 1 head frisee, chopped; 1/2 head Treviso radicchio, sliced

Servings: persons

10 dried guajillo chilies, stemmed, seeded and deveined
3 garlic cloves
Olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons Sriracha hot sauce
1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
Salt
Sugar
1 slice stale white bread, grated on box grater
1 tablespoon butter
1 garlic clove, smashed
Pinch dried thyme
1 chicken about 3 1/2 pounds, quartered
Salt
freshly ground pepper
1 cup plain yogurt
Olive oil
Fresh lemon juice
1 head frisee, chopped
1/2 head Treviso radicchio, sliced

1
Make the guajillo vinaigrette: soak guajillo chiles in warm water to cover overnight.
2
The next day, scrape chili from skin and chop 1/2 cup flesh, discarding skin.
3
In small saucepan over very low heat, cook garlic in 1 tablespoon olive oil until soft.
4
Remove garlic and mash to a paste; combine with chopped guajillo, 1/2 cup olive oil, lemon juice, Sriracha, chili flakes and salt and sugar to taste.
5
Make the bread crumbs: In small heavy skillet over low heat, cook bread crumbs in butter with garlic and thyme, stirring occasionally, until golden; discard garlic.
6
Prepare outdoor grill.
7
Season chicken with salt and pepper and grill over medium coals (turning frequently) until cooked through, 30 to 45 minutes.
8
Transfer chicken to platter and let rest 10 minutes.
9
Cut breasts in half and split drumsticks from thighs; dress with guajillo vinaigrette.
10
Mix yogurt with olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste; dollop on 4 plates.
11
Arrange 2 pieces chicken on each plate.
12
Toss frisee and radicchio with olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste; mound next to chicken and sprinkle with bread crumbs.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 dried guajillo chilies, stemmed, seeded and deveined, 3 garlic cloves, Olive oil, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Torissi's Chicken Fra Diavolo falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Torissi's Chicken Fra Diavolo

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