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Jalapeño Peach Chicken (Sweet, Spicy, Sticky & Irresistible)

Jalapeño Peach Chicken (Sweet, Spicy, Sticky & Irresistible)
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If you love sweet and spicy flavors together, this Jalapeño Peach Chicken is the perfect dish. Juicy peaches add natural sweetness, jalapeños bring a gentle heat, and tender chicken thighs soak up a sticky, savory glaze. It’s quick enough for a weeknight but impressive enough for guests — especially during peach season.

Ingredients

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Peach Glaze

  • 1/2 cup peach preserves

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce

  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced

  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Chicken

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs

  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

  • 1 medium jalapeño, thinly sliced

  • 2 yellow peaches, pitted and sliced

Instructions

1. Make the glaze

In a medium bowl, whisk together all glaze ingredients until smooth. Set aside.

2. Season the chicken

Pat chicken dry with paper towels.
Mix salt, pepper, and chili powder, then rub evenly over the chicken.

3. Cook the chicken

Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Add chicken and cook for 5 minutes.
Flip, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook another 5 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Transfer to a plate and cover loosely to keep warm.

4. Cook the peaches and jalapeños

In the same skillet, return heat to medium.
Add jalapeños and cook for 3 minutes.
Add sliced peaches and cook 3 more minutes until softened.

5. Add glaze

Pour the peach glaze into the skillet. Stir until peaches and jalapeños are evenly coated and the sauce thickens slightly.

6. Finish

Return chicken to the pan. Spoon glaze over the top and cook 1–2 minutes until heated through.
Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use ripe peaches for the best sweetness and texture.

  • Remove jalapeño seeds for milder heat; keep them for extra spice.

  • Don’t overcrowd the pan — cook chicken in batches if needed.

  • Let the glaze simmer briefly to thicken naturally.

  • Leftovers taste great the next day for meal prep.

Find it online: https://tastyquickly.com/jalapeno-peach-chicken-sweet-spicy-sticky-irresistible/