Description
Experience a burst of flavor with this Spicy Jalapeno Chicken, a tantalizing dish featuring tender marinated chicken breasts infused with fresh jalapenos and a blend of spices. Perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners, this easy-to-make recipe promises to impress even the pickiest eaters. Get ready to enjoy a fiery yet balanced meal that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 fresh jalapenos, sliced (remove seeds for less heat)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl or resealable bag, combine chicken, garlic, jalapenos, olive oil, lime juice, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Massage marinade into the chicken until well-coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours for best flavor).
- Heat your grill to medium-high (400°F) or add olive oil to a skillet over medium heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade and cook each side for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Brush reserved marinade on chicken in the last few minutes of cooking.
- Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg