Jalapeno Chicken: Easy and Juicy Recipe for Flavor Lovers
Discover the juicy flavor of Jalapeno Chicken with this easy-to-follow recipe perfect for spice lovers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 jalapenos, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or pepper jack)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken to the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer chicken to a baking dish and top with diced jalapenos and shredded cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in spices for a few hours before cooking.
- Adjust the number of jalapenos based on your spice tolerance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg