Description
Jalapeno Peach Chicken is a vibrant dish that masterfully combines sweet and spicy flavors, perfect for any occasion. The star of this recipe is tender chicken thighs, pan-seared to achieve a golden-brown crust and then enveloped in a luscious peach glaze infused with jalapeno heat. This exciting blend creates an unforgettable dining experience that’s sure to impress family and friends alike. Ideal for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, this recipe showcases the delightful contrast between juicy peaches and zesty jalapenos, making it a must-try for those seeking bold flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 yellow peaches, pitted and sliced
- ½ cup peach preserves
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon minced garlic
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 medium jalapeno pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- â…› teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Begin by washing the peaches and slicing them into wedges. Thinly slice the jalapeno.
- In a bowl, mix sliced peaches, peach preserves, olive oil, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to create the glaze.
- Season the chicken thighs with salt, black pepper, and chili powder.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook seasoned chicken thighs for about 6-8 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- Pour the peach glaze over the chicken in the skillet and simmer for an additional 3-4 minutes until well-coated.
- Serve topped with fresh jalapeno slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with glaze (about 160g)
- Calories: 412
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 745mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 136mg