Spicy Jalapeño Chicken: Easy and Flavorful Dinner Delight
A delightful dish combining spicy jalapeños with succulent chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 jalapeños, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and jalapeños, sautéing for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the chicken breasts to the skillet, seasoning with cumin, paprika, and salt. Cook for 5 minutes on each side.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For a milder dish, remove the seeds from the jalapeños.
- Serve with rice or tortillas for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Spicy Jalapeño Chicken, Chicken Recipe, Easy Dinner