Description
Sizzling “quick spicy chicken with jalapenos” delivers a fiery Mexican-inspired feast that dances with bold flavors and zesty heat. Crispy, tender chicken paired with spicy jalapeños promises a thrilling culinary adventure you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Cooking and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3–4 fresh jalapenos, sliced (remove seeds for less heat)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (optional, for added tang)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Craft a robust spice blend using cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper, generously coating both surfaces of the chicken breasts with the aromatic mixture.
- Position a large skillet over medium-high heat and introduce olive oil, creating a sizzling cooking environment.
- Carefully place the seasoned chicken breasts into the hot skillet, allowing each side to develop a golden-brown crust and cook thoroughly for approximately 5-7 minutes, ensuring the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Transfer the cooked chicken to a resting platform, letting the proteins relax and juices redistribute.
- Utilize the same skillet to toast minced garlic and release its intense aroma, quickly followed by adding sliced jalapenos to create a vibrant, spicy base.
- Sauté the garlic and jalapenos for 2-3 minutes, stirring intermittently until the peppers soften and the garlic becomes fragrant.
- Slice or cube the rested chicken and reintroduce it to the skillet, allowing the meat to mingle with the garlic and jalapeno medley.
- Gently toss the ingredients together for 1-2 minutes, facilitating flavor integration and ensuring the chicken is thoroughly heated.
- Enhance the dish with a bright splash of lime juice and scatter fresh cilantro across the surface for a final burst of freshness.
- Serve the spicy chicken immediately, presenting a zesty and aromatic meal.
Notes
- Control spice levels by removing jalapeno seeds for milder heat or adding extra peppers for intense flavor.
- Choose chicken breasts of uniform thickness to ensure even, consistent cooking without dry edges.
- Let chicken rest after cooking to maintain juiciness and prevent moisture loss during slicing.
- Substitute jalapenos with milder peppers like poblano or bell peppers for those sensitive to spicy foods.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg