Description
Spicy jalapeno peach chicken brings together sweet and heat in a mouthwatering fusion of flavors. Succulent chicken marinates in a zesty blend of peaches and peppers, creating a memorable meal for casual dinners or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 fresh peaches, diced
- 2 jalapenos, seeded and chopped
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) honey
- 2 tbsps lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Coat chicken pieces thoroughly with seasoning, massaging salt and pepper into the meat before lightly brushing with olive oil.
- Heat skillet to medium-high and sear chicken until a rich golden-brown crust develops, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
- Reduce skillet temperature and introduce minced garlic and finely diced jalapenos, stirring quickly to release aromatic oils without burning.
- Pour chopped peaches into the skillet, drizzling honey and freshly squeezed lemon juice to create a vibrant, glossy sauce.
- Allow sauce to gently simmer and reduce, watching for a slightly thickened consistency that coats the back of a spoon.
- Carefully return seared chicken to the skillet, nestling pieces into the fruity sauce and covering with a tight-fitting lid.
- Cook chicken for an additional 8-10 minutes at medium heat, ensuring internal temperature reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- Transfer chicken to serving platter, generously spoon remaining sauce over the meat, and garnish with extra diced peaches and sliced jalapeno rings for visual appeal and added zest.
Notes
- Select firm, ripe peaches for the best flavor balance and texture in the sauce.
- Adjust jalapeno quantity based on your heat tolerance, removing seeds for milder spice or keeping them for extra kick.
- Pat chicken dry before searing to ensure a crispy, golden-brown exterior that locks in moisture.
- Create a quick meal prep by marinating chicken in the peach-jalapeno mixture beforehand for deeper flavor infusion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg