Description
A vibrant dish featuring tender chicken glazed with sweet raspberry preserves and spicy jalapeños, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup raspberry preserves
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 medium jalapeño pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
Instructions
- Mix raspberry preserves, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, kosher salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes in a bowl to create the glaze.
- Season the chicken thighs with kosher salt, black pepper, and chili powder.
- Heat extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add seasoned chicken thighs to the skillet and sear for about 5–7 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through.
- Pour the prepared glaze over the chicken, stirring to coat evenly.
- Simmer for 2–3 minutes to meld flavors and thicken the glaze.
- Top with slices of fresh jalapeño and garnish with fresh raspberries before serving.
Notes
For those with diabetes, consider using sugar substitutes like stevia or monk fruit to reduce overall sugar content.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: main course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American, Asian, Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg