Description

Are you looking for a dish that balances sweetness and heat perfectly? This Jalapeno Peach Chicken brings together juicy chicken thighs, sweet peaches, and spicy jalapenos, all coated in a homemade peach glaze. Whether it’s for a cozy dinner or a special occasion, this recipe will be the star of your table!

Ingredients

Scale

2 yellow peaches, pitted, sliced
½ cup (160 g) peach preserves
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon garlic, minced
½ teaspoon kosher salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon chili powder
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 medium jalapeno pepper, thinly sliced

Instructions

In a medium bowl, combine peach preserves, olive oil, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, kosher salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix until incorporated. Set aside.
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, mix kosher salt, black pepper, and chili powder. Rub the seasoning mixture evenly over the chicken.
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken thighs and cook for 5 minutes on one side. Flip the chicken over, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook for another 5 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove from heat and transfer the chicken to a plate. Tent with foil to keep warm.
In the same skillet, increase the heat back to medium. Add the sliced jalapenos and cook for 3 minutes.
Add the sliced peaches to the skillet and cook for another 3 minutes until softened.
Pour the peach glaze into the skillet and stir to coat the peaches and jalapenos evenly. Let it cook for 1-2 minutes to thicken.
Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the glaze over the chicken. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the chicken is heated through.
Serve warm with your favorite sides.

Notes

Use fresh, ripe peaches for the best flavor, but if they’re not in season, frozen peaches work well too.
Adjust the spice level by removing the jalapeno seeds or adding more depending on your heat preference.
For a smoky twist, try grilling the chicken instead of pan-frying it.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes