Jalapeño Peach Chicken Skewers
Delicious skewers featuring marinated chicken, sweet peaches, and spicy jalapeños, perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
For the skewers
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 pieces ripe but firm peaches, sliced into wedges Use ripe but firm peaches for best flavor.
- 2 pieces fresh jalapeños, sliced into rings Adjust according to heat preference.
For the marinade
- 2 tablespoons olive oil Adds moisture.
- 2 tablespoons packed honey Provides sweetness.
- 1 tablespoon lime juice Adds acidity.
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Enhances flavor.
- to taste salt & pepper For seasoning.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cut the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, honey, lime juice, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well blended.
- Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and toss until evenly coated. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Prepare the peaches and jalapeños by slicing the peaches into wedges and the jalapeños into rings.
- Thread a piece of chicken onto a skewer, followed by a wedge of peach and a slice of jalapeño. Repeat until the skewer is filled.
Cooking
- Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium heat.
- Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Soak wooden skewers in water for about 30 minutes prior to grilling to prevent burning. Avoid overcrowding the skewers for even cooking.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7g
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