Description
Unleash a burst of flavors with our jalapeno chicken recipe. Juicy chicken is infused with spicy jalapeños and savory spices, making this dish a go-to for those who crave a touch of heat in their meals.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 jalapeños, seeds removed and finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine chopped jalapeños, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well to form a marinade.
- Place chicken breasts in the marinade, ensuring they're well-coated. Allow them to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken breasts and cook until they're golden brown on both sides.
- Pour in the chicken broth, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the chicken simmer until fully cooked.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra heat, you can include the seeds of the jalapeños or use more jalapeños. Pair this dish with a side of cilantro-lime rice or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan Fry
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg