Description
A delightful blend of sweet peaches and spicy jalapeños transforms chicken thighs into a culinary masterpiece, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 ripe peaches, diced
- 1 jalapeño pepper, minced
- 1/2 cup peach preserves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Season the chicken thighs: Generously sprinkle the thighs with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Let this marinade sit for a few minutes.
- Heat the skillet: In your skillet, pour in the olive oil and heat over medium heat until it shimmers.
- Cook the chicken: Place the seasoned chicken thighs in the skillet, skin-side down. Cook for about 6-7 minutes per side, until beautifully browned and cooked through.
- Prepare the peach topping: Mix diced peaches, minced jalapeño, and peach preserves in a bowl until well combined.
- Glaze the chicken: Once the chicken is ready, pour the peach mixture over it in the skillet, spreading it evenly for 2-3 minutes.
- Serve immediately: Plate the Jalapeño Peach Chicken, garnished with additional peach slices if desired.
Notes
For a lighter version, cook in the air fryer at 380°F for about 20 minutes. This dish pairs well with fluffy rice, grilled vegetables, or quinoa salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg