Description
Spicy-sweet jalapeno peach chicken brings Southern charm to your dinner table with bold flavors dancing between fruity and fiery. Succulent chicken glazed in peach and jalapeno promises a memorable meal that balances heat and tropical sweetness you’ll crave again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Fruits and Vegetables:
- 2 ripe peaches, sliced
- 2 fresh jalapenos, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, creating a sizzling cooking surface for the chicken.
- Generously coat chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then carefully place into the hot pan to achieve a golden, crispy exterior.
- Sear chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until a rich caramel color develops and meat begins to cook through.
- Introduce sliced peaches, diced jalapeños, minced garlic, honey, soy sauce, and fresh lemon juice into the skillet, surrounding the chicken with vibrant flavors.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and allow the mixture to gently simmer, creating a luscious, glossy sauce that coats the chicken.
- Continue cooking for an additional 8-10 minutes, ensuring chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and sauce reduces to a thick, glossy consistency.
- Transfer chicken to a serving platter, generously spooning the aromatic peach-jalapeño sauce over the top.
- Accompany with steamed rice or roasted vegetables to complete the meal, garnishing with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- Swap jalapeños for milder poblano peppers if you prefer less heat, ensuring a kid-friendly version of this dish.
- Marinate chicken beforehand in the peach-jalapeño mixture for deeper flavor infusion and more tender meat.
- Use fresh, ripe peaches during summer season for maximum sweetness and vibrant taste in the sauce.
- For gluten-free option, replace soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos to maintain the umami profile while meeting dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg