Description
Grilled Chili Peach Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish that elevates your dining experience with the perfect blend of sweet peaches and spicy chili. Ready in just 10 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. The tender chicken, marinated in a delightful mix of peach preserves and chili garlic sauce, offers a unique taste that will impress your family and friends. Pair it with fresh salads, grilled vegetables, or rice for a balanced meal that everyone will love. Enjoy the juicy flavors of summer all year round with this easy-to-make grilled chicken recipe.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups peach preserves
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup chili garlic sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (or to taste)
- 2.5 to 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Fresh cilantro (for garnishing)
- Peppers (serrano, jalapeno, habanero, etc.) (for garnishing)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together peach preserves, soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken in a large ziptop bag and pour three-quarters of the marinade over it. Seal and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from the marinade and discard the used marinade. Grill chicken for about 10 minutes, flipping occasionally until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
- Brush reserved marinade onto the chicken while grilling for added flavor. Serve garnished with fresh cilantro or peppers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg