Jalapeno Chicken
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.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 222kcal
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: 222kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 315mg | Potassium: 419mg | Vitamin A: 215IU | Vitamin C: 12.5mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 0.4mg