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A vibrant plate of Jalapeño Chicken featuring golden-brown grilled chicken topped with sliced fresh jalapeños, garnished with cilantro. The dish is served on a rustic wooden surface with a side of lime wedges, showcasing the spicy and savory textures with a glossy glaze.

Easy Spicy Jalapeño Chicken for Quick Weeknight Dinner

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Juicy chicken breasts topped with fresh jalapeños, seasoned with spices, and grilled to perfection. Served with lime for added zest.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 fresh jalapeños, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Mix olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
  3. Brush chicken breasts with marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
  4. Top grilled chicken with sliced jalapeños and garnish with cilantro.
  5. Serve with lime wedges on the side for extra flavor.

Notes

  • Adjust spice level by adding or removing jalapeños.
  • For a milder version, remove seeds from jalapeños.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
  • Calories: 300 Kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg