Description

Spicy Jalapeno Chicken is a fast, flavorful skillet dish that combines tender chicken thighs with fresh jalapeno heat and a sweet grape juice glaze. This easy recipe delivers a perfect balance of spice and sweetness, making it ideal for busy weeknight meals. Served over rice or with a crisp salad, the dish offers bold flavor without overwhelming heat. Follow the simple steps for caramelized chicken, aromatic vegetables, and a glossy sauce that will impress the whole family. Enjoy every bite!!!

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 onion, chopped
2–3 jalapeno peppers, sliced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup grape juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Pat the chicken pieces dry, season with salt and pepper, and set aside.
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium‑high heat, add the chicken, and sear until browned and cooked through, then remove and keep warm.
In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion and sliced jalapenos until softened, adding minced garlic in the last minute.
Whisk together grape juice, soy sauce, honey, and any remaining garlic, pour into the skillet, and bring to a gentle boil, then simmer.
Return the chicken to the pan, coat with the glaze, simmer for five minutes, adjust seasoning, and serve.

Notes

For less heat
remove jalapeno seeds. The sauce can be made ahead and stored refrigerated.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 servings
Calories: 320
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 85mg

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