Ingredients
– 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 2-3 jalapeños, chopped (adjust to taste)
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or pepper jack)
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 3 tablespoons olive oil
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
– Lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
Creating Jalapeno Chicken is a breeze when you follow these steps:
1. Prep the Ingredients: Gather and chop all ingredients, making sure to remove the seeds from jalapeños for a milder flavor.
2. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Cook the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, cumin, paprika, and chili powder. Add to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
4. Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add onions and jalapeños. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
5. Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
6. Combine Chicken and Vegetables: Slice the cooked chicken and return it to the skillet. Mix well with the sautéed vegetables.
7. Melt the Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheese on top. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let the cheese melt for about 2-3 minutes.
8. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve with lime wedges for added zest.
By following these steps, you’ll have an incredible Jalapeno Chicken dish ready in no time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 375 kcal
- Fat: 22g
- Protein: 30g