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Jalapeno Peach Chicken: A Sweet and Spicy Delight

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Jalapeno Peach Sauce
  • 2 ripe peaches peeled, pitted, and diced
  • 1 fresh jalapeno seeded and finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt to taste
Garnish & Optional
  • Fresh cilantro chopped
  • Lime wedges
  • Cooked jasmine rice or quinoa for serving

Method
 

Prepare the Jalapeno Peach Sauce
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine diced peaches, chopped jalapeno, honey, apple cider vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt.
  2. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until peaches soften and the sauce thickens slightly.
  3. Remove from heat and use an immersion blender or regular blender to puree the mixture until smooth. Set aside.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
  4. Remove chicken from the skillet and let rest for 3 minutes.
Combine and Serve
  1. Pour the jalapeno peach sauce back into the skillet and warm it over low heat for 2 minutes.
  2. Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them to coat well.
  3. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
  4. Serve the Jalapeno Peach Chicken over cooked jasmine rice or quinoa for a complete meal.