Sometimes it’s a real struggle trying to figure out what to put on the table for dinner.
Tacos again?
Grilling hamburgers for the third time this month?
Do we really want to eat spaghetti AGAIN??
I try to think outside of the box as much as I can, but dinner can really stump me. I turn to my vast collection of cookbooks and Pinterest a lot.
This recipe sparked my interest after I found it on Pinterest. I changed a few things up about it but stuck to the original ingredient list (except for the garlic—I was feeling lazy and didn’t want to chop garlic).
It was a smash hit. We had no leftovers after I made it for dinner last Saturday! That’s a rare occurence in my household.
I really like the flavor of this chicken; it’s sweet and spicy, my favorite flavor combo.
Try this chicken over rice and topped with sesame seeds. It would also taste great topped with sliced scallions and avocado.
Enjoy!
Jalapeno Chicken
A sweet and spicy Asian-inspired meal.
Ingredients
Directions
- In a large, shallow bowl, stir together cornstarch, salt, pepper and 1 teaspoon garlic powder.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced jalapenos and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Meanwhile, dredge chopped chicken thighs in cornstarch mixture. Shake off the excess and add to hot oil with jalapenos.
- Cook until browned on all sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- While chicken is cooking, make the sauce: in a small bowl, stir together soy sauce, water, brown sugar, remaining teaspoon of garlic powder, and sesame oil.
- Pour sauce into skillet with the chicken and jalapenos. Stir and cook until reduced by half, about 3-4 minutes.
- Serve chicken over cooked rice and topped with sesame seeds.
Jalapeños are a staple at my house. 🍃🌶️