Spicy Jalapeno Chicken: A Juicy Twist for Homemade Flavor
A delicious recipe for Spicy Jalapeno Chicken that is juicy and packed with flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken thighs
- 2 jalapenos, minced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix the minced jalapenos, garlic, olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and lime juice.
- Coat the chicken thighs with the spice mixture.
- Place the chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes until fully cooked.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the number of jalapenos based on your spice preference.
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for a few hours before cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Spicy Jalapeno Chicken, Chicken Recipes, Spicy Chicken