Description
Jalapeño Peach Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful grilled dish featuring juicy chicken thighs glazed with a sweet and spicy peach-jalapeño sauce. This quick 30-minute recipe combines fresh peaches, spicy jalapeño, honey, and savory soy sauce for a perfect balance of heat and sweetness, making it an ideal summer meal for 4 servings.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Sauce and Glaze
- 2 peaches, diced
- 1 jalapeño, sliced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Garnish
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat to ensure it’s hot enough for perfect grilling of the chicken thighs.
- Make the Honey Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and apple cider vinegar until well combined. This will serve as the flavorful base for the peach-jalapeño glaze.
- Season and Grill the Chicken: Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then brush them with olive oil to prevent sticking. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), ensuring they’re cooked through and juicy.
- Prepare the Peach-Jalapeño Mixture: While the chicken is grilling, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced peaches and sliced jalapeño to the skillet, then pour in the honey sauce mixture. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the peaches soften, creating a vibrant glaze.
- Glaze the Chicken: Brush the grilled chicken thighs with the thickened peach-jalapeño glaze and return them to the grill. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes per side to set the glaze and enhance the flavor with a slight caramelization.
- Serve: Remove the chicken from the grill and top each piece with the remaining peach-jalapeño mixture. Garnish generously with freshly chopped cilantro and serve immediately for a fresh and flavorful meal.
Notes
- For less heat, remove the seeds from the jalapeño before slicing.
- If you don’t have a grill, the chicken can be cooked on a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Use ripe peaches for the best sweetness and flavor in the glaze.
- Serve with a side of rice or a fresh salad to complete the meal.
