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Jalapeño Chicken

Sweet and spicy chicken glazed with honey, lime, and fresh jalapeños, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken & Sauce
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 jalapeños sliced thin, seeds removed
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lime juice from 1 lime
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • salt & pepper to taste
Garnish & Serving
  • fresh cilantro chopped
  • lime wedges
  • cooked rice or roasted vegetables optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Skillet
  • Spatula
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, and sliced jalapeños.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook 5–6 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. Pour sauce over chicken and simmer 3–5 minutes until thickened, stirring occasionally.
  5. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with rice or roasted vegetables. Add lime wedges if desired.

Notes

Optionally marinate chicken in half the sauce for 15–30 minutes for extra flavor.