Description
Jalapeno Peach Chicken features juicy chicken breasts seared to golden perfection, then baked in a flavorful sauce made from sweet peaches, spicy jalapenos, honey, and apple cider vinegar. This dish offers a delightful balance of spicy, tangy, and fruity flavors, perfect for a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Sauce
- 2 jalapenos, diced
- 3 peaches, diced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the chicken after searing.
- Season Chicken: Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt and black pepper on both sides for balanced flavor.
- Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown to lock in juices.
- Remove Chicken: Take the chicken out of the skillet and set aside to keep warm while preparing the sauce.
- Cook Jalapenos and Peaches: In the same skillet, add diced jalapenos and peaches. Cook for 2-3 minutes until they soften slightly, releasing their flavors.
- Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk honey, apple cider vinegar, water, and cornstarch until smooth to make a thickening sauce.
- Add Sauce to Skillet: Pour the honey mixture over the jalapenos and peaches, stir well, and bring to a simmer to thicken.
- Return Chicken to Skillet: Place chicken breasts back into the skillet, spoon some sauce over each breast to coat them well with flavor.
- Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked through.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve hot with sauce spooned over the top.
Notes
- Adjust the number of jalapenos to control the heat level of this dish.
- If fresh peaches are not available, frozen peaches can be used but drain excess liquid.
- Use an oven-safe skillet to easily transfer from stovetop to oven without extra dishes.
- Letting the chicken rest after baking helps retain its juices for a tender bite.
- This recipe pairs well with rice, quinoa, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
