Spicy Jalapeño Chicken
A flavorful dish featuring juicy chicken thighs and fresh jalapeños in a sweet and salty sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or dinner parties.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Chicken thighs Bone-in for richer flavor
- 1 large Onion Diced
- 2 medium Jalapeño peppers Sliced, adjust for spice level
- 2 tbsp Sesame seeds For garnish
- 1/2 cup Sweet and salty sauce Store-bought or homemade
- 4 cups Rice Cooked, to serve
Instructions
Preparation
- Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add a little oil.
Cooking
- Add onions and jalapeño peppers to the pan and sauté until soft.
- Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Pour in the sweet and salty sauce and stir to coat the chicken.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Garnish with sesame seeds before serving.
Serving
- Serve over a bed of cooked rice.
- For air frying, preheat the air fryer and cook the chicken at 375°F for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
Notes
Adjust the number of jalapeños according to your spice tolerance. This dish can be customized; try it with added veggies or different proteins.