Description
A vibrant and spicy dish featuring marinated chicken thighs infused with jalapeños and aromatic spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2–3 fresh jalapeños, sliced (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon paprika (smoked or regular)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (about half a lime)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken thighs in a bowl. Add olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss in sliced jalapeños, ensuring they’re well-coated. Cover and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Sear the chicken in a large skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil, skin-side down, until golden brown.
- Sauté chopped onion in the same skillet until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add sliced jalapeños and cook for another minute.
- Pour in the chicken stock and deglaze the pan. Return the chicken to the skillet, skin-side up.
- Let simmer on low, covered, for 30-40 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165°F.
- Add fresh lime juice once cooked and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with rice or warm tortillas for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing and Simmering
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Peruvian chicken, spicy chicken recipe, easy dinner, jalapeño chicken, comfort food