Description
This Easy Jalapeño Peach Chicken combines juicy chicken and a sweet-spicy peach glaze for an unforgettable meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, it’s quick, flavorful, and full of vibrant colors. With just 7 ingredients, you’ll make a dish that dazzles both the eyes and the palate!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.1 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 fresh peaches
- 2 jalapeños
- 1 1/4 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
- 1 1/4 teaspoons paprika
- 1 1/4 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
- 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/3 cups peach preserves
- 1 1/4 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 1/4 teaspoons soy sauce
- 3/4 teaspoon minced garlic
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 420°F (216°C).
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Mix paprika, garlic powder, bouillon granules, salt, oregano, and black pepper; season chicken.
- Whisk together peach preserves, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, and soy sauce in a bowl.
- Pour peach sauce over the seasoned chicken, ensuring even coating.
- Arrange peach wedges and jalapeño slices over the chicken.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until chicken is done and reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, use fresh minced garlic instead of garlic powder.
Adjust jalapeño quantity based on desired spice level.
You can substitute chicken with thighs for added juiciness or use tofu for a vegetarian option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg