Jalapeno Peach Chicken
Experience a burst of flavors with Jalapeno Peach Chicken, where sweet ripe peaches meet spicy jalapenos in a tangy glaze. This quick and easy dish is perfect for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners, impressing family and friends alike. Serve it alongside rice or salad for a complete meal that’s sure to delight your taste buds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 ripe peaches, diced
- 2 fresh jalapenos, finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients: dice peaches, chop jalapenos, and mince garlic.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; add marinated chicken and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side) and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Add remaining marinade with diced jalapenos and peaches to the skillet; simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over it, and let simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Serve hot with extra sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate chicken overnight if time allows. Substitute peaches with mangoes for a tropical twist. Adjust spice by using fewer jalapenos or removing seeds.