Jalapeno Peach Chicken
This Jalapeno Peach Chicken is sweet, spicy, juicy, and full of bold flavor. Tender chicken is cooked in a simple peach jalapeno sauce that feels special but is easy enough for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
For the Peach Jalapeno Sauce
- 2 cups peaches sliced
- 1 to 2 jalapenos sliced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice or apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water optional
Optional for Serving
- Chopped cilantro
- Sliced green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken and cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown. The chicken does not need to be fully cooked yet. Remove it from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced peaches, jalapenos, and minced garlic. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour in the honey, soy sauce, lime juice, and chicken broth. Stir well to combine.
- Return the chicken to the skillet. Spoon some sauce over the chicken.
- Lower the heat and let everything simmer for 6 to 8 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through.
- If you want a thicker sauce, stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1 to 2 more minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve warm with chopped cilantro, green onions, or sesame seeds if desired.
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Notes
📝 Notes
- Use ripe but firm peaches for the best sweet flavor and texture.
- Adjust jalapeño amount to taste; remove seeds for milder heat.
- Chicken thighs stay juicier, but chicken breasts work well too.
- Sear the chicken first for extra color and deeper flavor.
- Fresh peach preserves can replace jam for a less sweet glaze.
- Add a splash of lime juice to brighten the sweet-spicy sauce.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave to keep chicken tender.