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Jalapeno Peach Chicken

Sweet and Spicy Jalapeno Peach Chicken for Busy Nights

This Jalapeno Peach Chicken combines sweet peaches with spicy jalapenos, offering a delightful dinner option that's simple and gluten-free.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs or chicken breasts
For the Peach Glaze
  • 2 cups Fresh Yellow Peaches or canned/frozen peaches
  • 1/2 cup Peach Preserves or peach jam/jelly
  • 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard or regular mustard
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes adjust or omit
For the Heat
  • 1 medium Jalapeno Pepper remove seeds for milder flavor

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • whisk
  • Paper Towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Jalapeno Peach Chicken
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the peach preserves, extra virgin olive oil, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic. Whisk until well blended.
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry and season them with kosher salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil, and sear the chicken thighs for about 5 minutes.
  4. Remove the chicken and add sliced jalapenos to the skillet, sauté for about 3 minutes.
  5. Add sliced peaches to the skillet with jalapenos and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
  6. Pour the peach glaze into the skillet, stir gently until everything is coated and the glaze thickens.
  7. Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning glaze over it and cook for 1-2 more minutes.
  8. Serve the Jalapeno Peach Chicken immediately over rice, mashed potatoes, or salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 2-3 months.

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