Sweet and Spicy Jalapeño Peach Chicken
A succulent chicken breast dish glazed in a homemade reduction of fresh peaches, spicy jalapeños, and honey. Perfectly balanced between sweet and savory with a hint of lime brightness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop Searing
- Cuisine: American Fusion
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 ripe peaches, diced
- 2 jalapeño peppers, minced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sear chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown; remove to a plate to rest.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic and jalapeños for 1 minute.
- Stir in diced peaches, honey, and soy sauce; simmer for 5-8 minutes until peaches soften.
- Stir in lime juice and return the chicken and any accumulated juices to the pan.
- Spoon sauce over chicken and simmer for 2-3 more minutes until fully glazed.