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This quick and easy jalapeno chicken recipe requires simple ingredients and is ready in 30 minutes. It's rich and creamy and inspired by Asian flavors.
I started making this jalapeno chicken a few years ago.
It was a QUICK30 minute meal that came together in just ONE pan/skillet, using whatever ingredients I had on hand.
The end result was something that was INSPIREDby the Chinese jalapeno chicken I get from one of my favorite restaurants.
However, my jalapeno chicken with cream cheese is more rich and CREAMY.
You can serve this with jasmine rice, fried rice or even noodles.
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Here are some TIPS for making PERFECT jalapeno chicken:
- Make sure to use a wide NON-STICK pan or skillet. It allows everything to cook evenly and prevents the mixture from sticking to the pan.
- I highly RECOMMENDusing sesame oil in this recipe since it adds a wonderful flavor but you can replace it with olive oil, vegetable oil or canola oil too.
- If you want more sauce in this recipe, you can ADDa little more heavy cream at the end.
- This will be a very SPICYmeal. However, you can adjust the quantity of jalapenos, based on your preference.
- This recipe can EASILYbe doubled or tripled, if necessary.
- You can evenuse this recipe to make baked or grilled jalapeno chicken breast pieces. Just MARINADEthe pieces in all the ingredients from the list for at least 1 hour or overnight and and then, bake or grill as usual.
How to make jalapeno chicken?
It's very simple. Start off by heating the oil. Then addthe chicken and spices and cook until chicken is done. Finally, add cream cheese and heavy cream to thicken the mixture and give it a rich flavor. Garnish with jalapenos and green onions and enjoy!
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Jalapeno Chicken
Abeer Rizvi
This quick and easy jalapeno chicken recipe requires simple ingredients and is ready in 30 minutes. It's rich and creamy and inspired by Asian flavors.
4.65 from 14 ratings
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Chinese, Mexican
Servings 4 people
Calories 222 kcal
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon Sesame oil Or 1 tablespoon sesame oil + 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound Boneless chicken (cut into 2 inch cubes)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon Ginger paste
- 1 teaspoon Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice or vinegar
- 1 Small jalapeno (finely chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon Cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon Heavy cream or milk
Garnish:
- 1 Jalapeno (thinly sliced)
- Green onions (thinly sliced)
Instructions
Heat oil in a wide non-stick pan over medium heat.
Add the chicken, garlic paste, ginger paste, soy sauce, Sriracha sauce, lemon juice, finely chopped jalapenos, salt, pepper and mix everything together.
Cover the pan and cook for about 8 minutes on medium high heat until chicken is fully cooked.
Remove the lid and let it cook for a few more minutes When the water has almost evaporated, lower the the heat and add cream cheese and heavy cream. Mix thoroughly and cook for about 1 minute.
Garnish with jalapenos and green onions.
Serve immediately with rice. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Read my tips above.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheated in the microwave or stove-top.
Nutrition
Calories: 222kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 24gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 81mgSodium: 315mgPotassium: 419mgVitamin A: 215IUVitamin C: 12.5mgCalcium: 9mgIron: 0.4mg
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Carol
Just to spice it up a little more I added spicy jalapeño cream cheese. My son loved it. Thank you for the recipe..
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Abeer Rizvi
That's an awesome idea!
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Amber
Love this recipe! I've recommended it to all my friends!
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Abeer Rizvi
Yay! It's my favorite spicy meal ever!
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