Jalapeno Chicken
Spice up your dinner routine with this bold and flavorful Jalapeno Chicken recipe! Tender, juicy chicken breasts are marinated in a zesty blend of lime juice, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and a touch of honey for sweetness, then infused with the vibrant heat of fresh jalapenos and garlic. After a quick sear in a skillet, the chicken turns golden brown with a smoky, slightly caramelized exterior that's irresistible. Ready in just 40 minutes, including prep and cook time, this easy one-pan meal serves as the perfect centerpiece for a Tex-Mex-inspired feast. Garnish with fresh cilantro and extra jalapeno slices for a pop of color and spice, and pair with rice, tortillas, or a crisp salad for a meal that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining, Jalapeno Chicken delivers a punch of flavor with minimal effort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 whole Jalapenos
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Slice the chicken breasts horizontally to create thinner cutlets for even cooking and set them aside.
Deseed and finely chop the jalapenos, taking care to wear gloves if needed to avoid irritation. Mince the garlic cloves finely.
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, ground cumin, smoked paprika, honey, salt, and black pepper. Add the chopped jalapenos and minced garlic to the mixture, stirring well to create the marinade.
Add the chicken cutlets to the bowl and toss them thoroughly in the marinade. Cover the bowl and allow the chicken to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for greater flavor.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly grease the cooking surface with olive oil if needed.
Place the marinated chicken cutlets on the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
If desired, slice additional jalapeno for garnishing and lightly sear in the skillet for extra flavor.
Transfer the cooked chicken to a serving plate and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and optional jalapeno slices.
Serve hot with your choice of rice, tortillas, or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
408 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.6 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.4 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 148 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 707 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.1 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g | ||
| Protein | 54.6 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 529 mg | 11% | |
*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.
