Description

This Jalapeño Peach Chicken recipe offers a perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors, featuring tender grilled chicken thighs glazed with a luscious peach and jalapeño sauce. The dish is beautifully garnished with fresh cilantro, making it a vibrant and delicious meal ideal for any barbecue or weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Chicken

4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Peach Jalapeño Glaze

2 peaches, diced
1 jalapeño, sliced
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Garnish

Fresh cilantro, chopped

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Instructions

Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, preparing it for cooking the chicken thighs evenly and to achieve a nice grilled texture.
Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and apple cider vinegar to create a flavorful base for the glaze.
Season and Grill Chicken: Season the chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper, then brush them with olive oil. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), ensuring they are fully cooked and juicy.
Cook Peach-Jalapeño Mixture: While the chicken is grilling, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced peaches and sliced jalapeño to the skillet, then pour in the honey mixture. Cook this sauce for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens slightly to a glaze consistency.
Glaze Chicken: Brush the grilled chicken thighs with the peach-jalapeño glaze and return them to the grill. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes per side to caramelize the glaze and infuse more flavor.
Serve and Garnish: Remove the chicken from the grill, top with any remaining peach-jalapeño mixture from the skillet, and garnish with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

You can adjust the heat level by removing the jalapeño seeds or adding more jalapeños according to your taste preference.
Use ripe, juicy peaches for the sweetest and most flavorful glaze.
Chicken thighs are preferred for their juicy, tender texture, but you can substitute with chicken breasts if desired.
Leftover glaze can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and used as a dipping sauce or extra topping.
For a smoky flavor, consider adding a touch of smoked paprika to the glaze mixture.