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Jalapeno Peach Chicken Recipe

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This Jalapeno Peach Chicken recipe combines juicy boneless skinless chicken thighs with a sweet and spicy peach glaze featuring yellow peaches and jalapeno peppers. The chicken is pan-seared to achieve a perfect balance of flavors, then simmered briefly with a peach and jalapeno glaze to create a deliciously tangy and slightly spicy dish that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Ingredients

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Glaze Ingredients

  • 2 yellow peaches, pitted and sliced
  • ½ cup (160 g) peach preserves
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Chicken Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium jalapeno pepper, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Prepare Peach Glaze: In a medium bowl, mix together the peach preserves, sliced peaches, extra virgin olive oil, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, kosher salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until well combined. Set this glaze mixture aside.
  2. Season Chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, combine the kosher salt, black pepper, and chili powder. Rub this seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken thighs to ensure they are well seasoned.
  3. Cook Chicken Thighs: Heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken thighs to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for about 5 minutes without moving them to develop a good sear. Flip the thighs over, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook for another 5 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and tent loosely with foil to keep warm.
  4. Sauté Jalapeno and Peaches: Raise the heat back to medium and add the sliced jalapeno peppers to the same skillet. Cook for 3 minutes until they begin to soften. Then add the sliced peaches to the skillet and cook together for an additional 3 minutes, allowing the peaches to soften and release their flavor.
  5. Add Peach Glaze: Pour the prepared peach glaze into the skillet with the jalapenos and peaches. Stir gently to coat all the fruit and jalapenos evenly with the glaze, letting it warm through and slightly thicken for about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Reintroduce Chicken and Coat: Return the cooked chicken thighs to the skillet nestling them among the glazed peaches and jalapenos. Spoon the glaze over the top of the chicken and cook for another 1-2 minutes to heat the chicken through and meld the flavors.
  7. Serve: Serve the Jalapeno Peach Chicken warm, spooning extra glaze from the skillet over the top for maximum flavor.

Notes

  • For a milder dish, remove the seeds from the jalapeno before slicing or reduce the amount of jalapeno used.
  • Chicken breasts can be substituted for thighs, but adjust cooking time to prevent drying out.
  • Serve with rice or a side of sautéed vegetables to complete the meal.
  • The peach glaze can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 2 days.

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