Peach Jalapeño Chicken

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This this peach jalapeño chicken is drool-worthy! Trust me it’s worth it. The glaze is honestly super simple all you need is peach preserves, soy sauce, dijon, Apple Cider Vinegar, and garlic. 

This stuff is sweet sticky goodness with just enough spice from the jalapeños to have a little kick … Look at that amazing glaze, it is the star of this dish, so be sure to get your chicken all coated in it and AND it looks super impressive without taking too much effort.

Serve this with white rice and your family will love it!

Peach Jalapeño Chicken

Peach Jalapeño Chicken

Peach Jalapeño Chicken is the perfect balance of sweet and spicy! Juicy, tender chicken is coated in a sticky peach glaze with a kick of jalapeño heat, making it a bold and flavorful dish that’s perfect for dinner any night of the week.
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Peach Jalapeño Chicken
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1-2 LBS boneless skinless chicken breasts

Peach Glaze

  • ½ cup 160 g peach preserves
  • 1 T oil I used avocado
  • 1 t soy sauce
  • 1 t apple cider vinegar
  • 1 t Dijon mustard
  • Spoonful of minced garlic
  • kosher salt
  • black pepper2 yellow peaches pitted, sliced
  • 1 medium jalapeno pepper thinly sliced

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the glaze ingredients until everything’s happy. Set aside for later.
  • Season the Chicken with salt.
  • Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts. Depending on the size of the skillet, you may need to cook them in batches. Cook for 5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (reaching an internal temperature of 165°F). Remove from the skillet and transfer to a plate. Tent with foil to keep warm.
  • Increase the heat to medium in the same skillet. Add the jalapeno peppers and cook for 3 minutes. Add the peaches and cook for an additional 3 minutes, or until softened.
  • Pour the peach glaze into the skillet with the peaches and jalapenos. Stir to coat the vegetables evenly. Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet and spoon the glaze over the top. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the chicken is heated through.

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