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Grilled Jalapeño Peach Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Ezabella
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

This Grilled Jalapeño Peach Chicken recipe offers a perfect balance of smoky, spicy, and sweet flavors. Tender boneless, skinless chicken breasts are seasoned and grilled alongside juicy peaches, then glazed with a peach preserve and apple cider vinegar mixture. Served with fragrant cilantro-lime jasmine rice and a fresh jalapeño peach salsa, it’s a vibrant, flavorful meal perfect for summer grilling and impressing guests.

Ingredients

Cilantro Lime Rice

  • 2 cups jasmine rice
  • 3 cups water or chicken stock
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
  • Zest of 2 limes
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • ¾ cup chopped cilantro

Chicken and Grilled Peaches

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 peaches, pitted and halved
  • ¼ cup peach preserves
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Jalapeño Peach Salsa

  • 2 peaches, diced
  • 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 shallot, diced
  • ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Juice of 1 to 2 limes (freshly squeezed)
  • Kosher salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cilantro Lime Rice: Rinse the jasmine rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. In a medium saucepan, bring the water or chicken stock to a boil over medium heat. Add the rinsed rice, butter, and a generous pinch of kosher salt and pepper. Return to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid, and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes until the liquid is fully absorbed. Remove from heat, fluff the rice with a fork, then stir in the lime zest, fresh lime juice, and chopped cilantro. Keep warm until serving.
  2. Preheat and Season the Chicken: Preheat your grill to high heat. While it warms up, season the chicken breasts liberally on all sides with kosher salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Slice the peaches in half and lightly season them with salt and pepper, as well, to bring out their sweetness.
  3. Make the Peach Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the peach preserves and apple cider vinegar until smooth. This glaze will add a bright, sweet tang to the chicken as it grills.
  4. Grill the Chicken and Peaches: Place the chicken breasts on the preheated grill and cover. Grill for 5 to 6 minutes on one side, then flip and grill another 5 to 6 minutes on the other side. Next, brush one side of the chicken with the peach glaze and grill for 1 minute. Flip the chicken, brush the other side, and grill for an additional minute. Repeat this glazing and grilling process one or two more times to build layers of flavor. During the last few minutes, add the peach halves to the grill and cook them for 1 to 2 minutes per side until slightly caramelized and warmed through.
  5. Rest and Slice: Remove the chicken breasts and grilled peaches from the grill and transfer to a cutting board. Let the chicken rest for 5 to 10 minutes to allow juices to redistribute. Then slice the chicken into strips or bite-sized pieces for serving.
  6. Prepare the Jalapeño Peach Salsa: In a medium bowl, combine the diced peaches, seeded and diced jalapeños, minced garlic, diced shallot, chopped cilantro, and fresh lime juice. Season with kosher salt and pepper to taste. Stir well to incorporate all the flavors.
  7. Serve: Plate the cilantro lime rice alongside the sliced grilled chicken and peaches. Spoon the fresh jalapeño peach salsa over the chicken or serve on the side for added vibrant flavor and a touch of heat.

Notes

  • Make sure to seed the jalapeño peppers to reduce heat if you prefer a milder salsa.
  • Using chicken stock instead of water for the rice enhances the flavor.
  • Allowing the chicken to rest after grilling keeps it juicy and tender.
  • The peach glaze can be made ahead and refrigerated for convenience.
  • If you don’t have a grill, you can use a grill pan or broil the chicken and peaches in the oven.
  • Adjust the number of jalapeños or leave the seeds in for more heat depending on your spice preference.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://kitchenloving.com/grilled-jalapeno-peach-chicken-recipe/