Description
This Jalapeno Raspberry Chicken is a sweet and spicy dish that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup raspberry preserves
- 2 fresh jalapeños, thinly sliced (seeds removed for less heat)
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. This simple seasoning builds the savory foundation for the sweet and spicy glaze.
- Sear for Flavor: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes per side until golden brown. You want a beautiful crust. It locks in juices and gives the dish depth. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Raspberry Jalapeño Sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in raspberry preserves, apple cider vinegar, honey, smoked paprika, and sliced jalapeños. Let the mixture simmer gently for 3–4 minutes. The sauce will thicken slightly and take on a rich, glossy sheen. The sweetness of the raspberries and the gentle heat from the peppers create that signature Jalapeno Raspberry Chicken flavor.
- Bring It All Together: Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce generously over each piece. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 8–10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender. As it cooks, the sauce will cling to the chicken, forming a sticky glaze that smells absolutely irresistible.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving. The bright green adds a fresh contrast to the deep red glaze.
Notes
- For less heat, make sure to remove the seeds from the jalapeños.
- This dish pairs well with rice or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg