Fiesta Chicken with Jalapeno Cilantro Creme
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and flavor-packed Fiesta Chicken with Jalapeno Cilantro Creme! Juicy, spice-rubbed chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection and paired with a creamy, zesty sauce made from fresh cilantro, tangy Greek yogurt, and a touch of honey for balance. A hint of jalapeno adds just the right amount of heat, while lime juice brightens every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy yet bold dish is perfect for busy families or anyone craving a Tex-Mex-inspired meal. Serve it with rice, roasted veggies, or a crisp side salad for a feast that lives up to its name—fiesta on a plate! Perfect for meal prep or impressing dinner guests, this recipe checks all the boxes for flavor, simplicity, and wholesome goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 whole lime
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 whole jalapeno
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 0.75 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts on a clean surface and pat them dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, juice of 1 lime, ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture all over the chicken breasts to coat evenly.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil and sear the chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from pan and allow to rest for 5 minutes.
While the chicken rests, prepare the jalapeno cilantro creme. Cut the jalapeno in half lengthwise and remove seeds if you prefer less heat.
In a blender or food processor, combine the jalapeno, cilantro, Greek yogurt, lime juice, honey, water, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and creamy. Add more water if needed to achieve desired consistency.
Slice the rested chicken breasts into strips. Plate the chicken and drizzle generously with the jalapeno cilantro creme.
Serve immediately and garnish with additional cilantro leaves if desired. Enjoy your Fiesta Chicken!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1623 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.3 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.9 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 598 mg | 199% | |
| Sodium | 2974 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.7 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.7 g | ||
| Protein | 231.3 g | 463% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 334 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 2541 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
