Spicy Jalapeno Chicken (Printable)
Juicy chicken with jalapeños, garlic, and spices for a spicy, flavorful main dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
→ Vegetables
02 - 3 fresh jalapeño peppers, thinly sliced
03 - 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
→ Marinade & Sauce
05 - 3 tbsp olive oil
06 - 1 tbsp lime juice
07 - 1 tsp ground cumin
08 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
09 - ½ tsp ground black pepper
10 - 1 tsp salt
11 - 1 tbsp honey
→ Garnish
12 - Chopped fresh cilantro
13 - Lime wedges
# Directions:
01 - Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, cumin, smoked paprika, black pepper, salt, and honey in a mixing bowl.
02 - Coat chicken breasts thoroughly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours.
03 - Preheat oven to 400°F or heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
04 - Remove chicken from marinade. Sear in the skillet for 2-3 minutes per side until lightly browned.
05 - Scatter sliced jalapeños, onion, and garlic around the chicken in the skillet.
06 - Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
07 - Let chicken rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The marinade creates a juicy interior that contrasts perfectly with the crisp edges.
- It is a one-pan marvel that makes cleanup almost non-existent.
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- Letting the chicken rest after baking locks in the juices so it is not dry.
- Adding the vegetables at the right time prevents them from burning before the chicken is done.
03 -
- Pound the chicken to an even thickness for faster and more uniform cooking.
- Marinate overnight if you want the spice to really penetrate the meat.