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Jalapeño Peach Chicken

Jalapeño Peach Chicken is a flavorful and juicy dish that combines the sweetness of peaches with the spiciness of jalapeños. This grilled chicken recipe is perfect for summer barbecues or a delicious weeknight dinner. The honey and soy sauce glaze adds a delightful caramelization that makes every bite irresistible.
Prep Time10 minutes
Active Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Jalapeno Peach Chicken
Yield: 4

Materials

  • - 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • - 2 peaches diced
  • - 1 jalapeño sliced
  • - 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • - 1/4 cup honey
  • - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • - 2 cloves garlic minced
  • - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • - Salt and pepper to taste
  • - Fresh cilantro chopped, for garnish

Instructions

Preheat Grill:

  • - Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Prepare Honey Glaze:

  • - In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and apple cider vinegar.

Season Chicken:

  • - Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then brush them with olive oil.

Grill Chicken:

  • - Grill the chicken thighs for 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Cook Peach-Jalapeño Mixture:

  • - While the chicken is grilling, heat a skillet over medium heat and add the diced peaches and sliced jalapeño.
  • - Pour the honey mixture over the peaches and jalapeño, cooking for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Glaze Chicken:

  • - Once the chicken is done, brush it with the peach-jalapeño glaze and grill for an additional 1-2 minutes per side to caramelize the glaze.

Serve:

  • - Serve the chicken topped with the remaining peach-jalapeño mixture and garnish with fresh cilantro.