Ww Jalapeno Chicken
Spice up your dinner routine with this flavorful WW Jalapeño Chicken recipe, combining the zesty heat of finely diced jalapeños with a tangy lime and honey glaze for a bold, healthy dish that's perfect for Weight Watchers diets! Tender chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection and coated in a savory sauce infused with soy sauce, garlic, and warm spices like paprika and cumin. The recipe pairs quick prep (just 10 minutes) with a skillet-cooked simplicity that keeps cleanup light without sacrificing big flavors. Garnished with fresh cilantro and customizable with creamy avocado slices or Greek yogurt, this dish delivers a balanced kick that will tantalize your taste buds. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this low-sodium, protein-rich entrée keeps wellness at the forefront without compromising on taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 6 oz each) Chicken breasts
- 2 medium, finely diced Jalapeños
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh cilantro
- (as needed for pan) Cooking spray
- Optional toppings: avocado slices or Greek yogurt
Instructions
Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat and lightly coat it with cooking spray.
Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel, then season them on both sides with salt, black pepper, paprika, and cumin.
Heat the olive oil in the skillet. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side until they are golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic and diced jalapeños. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the lime juice, soy sauce, and honey. Cook for another minute, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet to deglaze the pan.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the jalapeño sauce over the chicken to fully coat each piece.
Cover the skillet with a lid and let the chicken cook for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
Remove the skillet from the heat. Sprinkle the chicken with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.
Serve the WW Jalapeño Chicken with optional toppings like avocado slices or a dollop of Greek yogurt for added creaminess, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1476 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.4 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.1 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 559 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 2694 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.5 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.0 g | ||
| Protein | 215.0 g | 430% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 139 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 944 mg | 20% | |
*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.
