Description
This Jalapeno Peach Chicken recipe perfectly balances sweet and spicy flavors in a quick and easy skillet dish. Tender chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection and topped with a luscious sauce made from ripe peaches, jalapeños, honey, and tangy Dijon mustard. Ready in just 30 minutes, this vibrant meal is ideal for summer dinners and pairs wonderfully with rice, mashed potatoes, or fresh greens.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
Sauce
- 2 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced
- 1–2 jalapeños, seeded and thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
Garnish (optional)
- Fresh chopped cilantro or parsley
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides evenly with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika to enhance flavor.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4–5 minutes on each side until they turn golden brown and are cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Prepare the sauce base: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced peaches and jalapeños, sautéing for 2–3 minutes until the peaches soften slightly and the jalapeños release their aroma.
- Add sauce ingredients: Stir in honey, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens just enough to coat the back of a spoon.
- Combine chicken and sauce: Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon the peach-jalapeño sauce over the top, and simmer together for an additional 2–3 minutes to meld the flavors and heat through the chicken.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle fresh chopped cilantro or parsley on top if desired, and serve the chicken hot alongside your favorite side dishes.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by using more or fewer jalapeños or keep the seeds in for extra heat.
- This flavorful chicken pairs beautifully with rice, mashed potatoes, or a fresh green salad.
- For a grilled variation, grill the chicken breasts separately and prepare the peach-jalapeño sauce on the stovetop.
