Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 jalapeño peppers, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and chili powder.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer chicken to a baking dish. Top with sliced jalapeños and minced garlic.
- Bake for 20 minutes until cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- You can adjust jalapeño amount for spice preference.
- Serve with rice, vegetables, or a side salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Bake and sear
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 290 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg