Description
How to make delicious Jalapeno Peach Chicken with tender chicken, spicy jalapenos, and sweet peaches that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner your family will adore.
Ingredients
Scale
- Main Components:
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 (15-ounce) cans sliced peaches in light syrup, drained
- 2–3 fresh jalapenos, thinly sliced (seeds removed for less heat)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Sauce Builders:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Finishing:
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Start by cutting chicken into 1-inch pieces, then season with salt and pepper. Chop the onion and mince the garlic. Thinly slice your jalapenos, removing seeds for less heat, and drain the canned peaches. This gets you ready!
- Whisk Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, chicken broth, and cornstarch until smooth. This creates the sweet and savory base for your delicious Jalapeno Peach Chicken sauce. Set aside for later.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped yellow onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, but don’t let it burn.
- Cook Chicken: Add the seasoned chicken pieces to the skillet with the aromatics. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is lightly browned on all sides. Ensure it’s mostly cooked through before adding the sauce to develop flavor.
- Simmer Dish: Pour the whisked sauce into the skillet, stirring to coat the chicken. Bring to a gentle simmer, then add the drained peaches and sliced jalapenos. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring until the sauce thickens and coats the irresistible Jalapeno Peach Chicken.
- Garnish & Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Garnish generously with fresh chopped cilantro. Serve your perfectly balanced Jalapeno Peach Chicken immediately over rice or with a side of your favorite vegetables for a truly satisfying meal. Enjoy!