Jalapeño Peach Chicken
A delightful dish combining savory chicken with sweet peaches and a spicy kick from jalapeños. Perfect for an impressive yet simple dinner.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 pieces chicken breasts Use skinless for a lighter option.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For searing the chicken.
- 1 teaspoon salt For seasoning.
- 1 teaspoon black pepper For seasoning.
For the Sauce
- 2 pieces jalapeños, diced Adjust based on spice preference.
- 3 pieces peaches, diced Use ripe peaches for sweetness.
- 1/4 cup honey Can substitute with maple syrup or agave.
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch For thickening the sauce.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken breasts and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the diced jalapeños and peaches.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
Sauce Preparation
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, apple cider vinegar, water, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Pour the honey mixture over the jalapeños and peaches.
- Stir well and bring to a simmer.
- Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top.
Baking
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the Jalapeño Peach Chicken hot, spooning the sauce over the chicken.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the honey vinegar mixture for a couple of hours before cooking.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 30gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 24g
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