Creamy Jalapeño Chicken Skillet
Tender chicken bathed in a rich, creamy sauce with a spicy kick from fresh jalapeños, perfect for a quick and comforting weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 fresh jalapeños, sliced thin (remove seeds for less heat)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt, pepper, and paprika on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and sliced jalapeños. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Reduce heat to medium. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, whisking to combine. Let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return the seared chicken to the skillet, spooning the creamy sauce over the top. Cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
- If desired, sprinkle shredded cheese over the chicken and let it melt into the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with rice, pasta, or crusty bread.
Notes
[‘Adjust the spice level by removing jalapeño seeds for less heat or adding cayenne pepper for extra spice.’, ‘If the sauce feels too thick, add a splash of chicken broth to loosen it up.’, ‘Let the chicken rest for a minute or two after cooking to retain its juices.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast wit
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 30
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Protein: 28
Keywords: Creamy chicken, Jalapeño chicken, Skillet dinner, Quick dinner, Spicy chicken