Description
Spicy jalapeño peach chicken blends sweet and heat from Southern kitchens. Succulent chicken marries tangy peaches and fiery peppers, creating a memorable meal you’ll savor with enthusiasm.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Fruits and Vegetables:
- 2 ripe peaches, sliced
- 2 jalapenos, sliced (seeds removed for less heat)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 14 cup (0.25 cups) fresh cilantro, chopped
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, honey, chili powder, cumin, garlic, salt, and pepper to create a robust marinade. Coat chicken thoroughly and refrigerate for 30 minutes to enhance flavor penetration.
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat with a drizzle of olive oil. Remove chicken from marinade and cook until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F, approximately 6-7 minutes per side.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic, diced jalapenos, and chopped peaches for 2-3 minutes, releasing their aromatic essences. Splash in lime juice, additional honey, smoked paprika, and cumin, creating a vibrant, dynamic sauce.
- Simmer the sauce for 3-4 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and slightly thicken. Transfer cooked chicken to serving plate and generously ladle the spicy-sweet peach-jalapeno mixture over the top.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and optional dollop of butter for added richness. Serve immediately while the chicken remains hot and sauce is at peak flavor.
Notes
- Adjust spice levels by removing jalapeno seeds for a milder flavor or adding extra chili powder for heat-seekers.
- Create a gluten-free version by using tamari instead of traditional soy sauce.
- Maximize marinade absorption by scoring chicken breasts lightly before soaking, allowing deeper flavor penetration.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time to streamline cooking process and reduce last-minute kitchen stress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg