Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 fresh jalapeños, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) or heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Marinate the chicken breasts with garlic, olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and lime juice for at least 10 minutes.
- If baking, place chicken on a baking sheet and top with jalapeño slices, bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- If pan-frying, cook chicken in a skillet for 6-7 minutes per side until golden and juice runs clear.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and additional jalapeño slices before serving.
Notes
- Adjust spice level by adding more or fewer jalapeños.
- Serve with rice, salad, or your favorite vegetables for a balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Bake or Pan-Fry
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 330 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 125mg