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Jalapeño Chicken

Tender chicken simmered in a creamy jalapeño-infused sauce with bold, comforting flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken & Sauce
  • 1 1/2 lb chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 medium jalapeños sliced
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  2. Sear chicken in olive oil until golden; remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté jalapeños and onion until softened; add garlic.
  4. Deglaze pan with chicken broth and stir in cream.
  5. Return chicken to skillet and simmer until cooked through.

Notes

Adjust jalapeño seeds to control heat level.