Description
Experience a flavor explosion with this Spicy Jalapeño Peach Chicken recipe! The perfect balance of sweet peaches and spicy jalapeños creates a tantalizing dish that’s easy to prepare and ideal for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this chicken will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 ripe peaches, diced
- 2 fresh jalapeños, sliced (seeds removed for less heat)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Dice the peaches and slice the jalapeños.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté the minced garlic and sliced jalapeños for about 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5–7 minutes per side, until golden brown.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, lemon juice, and diced peaches. Pour over the chicken in the skillet.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for another 10 minutes until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg