Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of jalapeno chicken, a perfect blend of spice and zest that elevates any meal. This dish features tender chicken breasts sautéed with fresh jalapenos and garlic, all brought together with a splash of lime juice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 medium fresh jalapenos, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse chicken breasts under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- Dice the jalapenos and mince the garlic cloves.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side).
- Add minced garlic and diced jalapenos around the chicken; sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and lime juice, deglazing the pan by scraping up any browned bits.
- Cover the skillet and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 140g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg