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Jalapeno Chicken with Bell Peppers is Irresistibly Sweet!

Jalapeno Chicken with Bell Peppers is a spicy dish with a touch of sweetness, featuring tender chicken pieces sautéed with colorful bell peppers and jalapenos.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 medium onion sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
  • 2 jalapeno peppers seeded and minced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the sliced onion, red bell pepper, and yellow bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
  3. Add the minced jalapeno peppers and garlic to the skillet, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet, then drizzle the honey over the mixture. Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine.
  6. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the flavors meld together.
  7. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6g

Notes

  • For extra heat, leave some seeds in the jalapenos or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • Substitute the chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein option.

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