Sweet and Spicy Jalapeno Raspberry Chicken in Just 25 Minutes
This Sweet and Spicy Jalapeno Raspberry Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish combining juicy chicken, sweet raspberries, and a spicy jalapeño kick. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts sliced or cubed
- 1 cup raspberries fresh or frozen
- 1 –2 jalapeños sliced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: cornstarch for thickening
- Optional: lime juice
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5–7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and jalapeños and cook for 1–2 minutes.
- Add raspberries, honey, and soy sauce.
- Stir gently as raspberries break down into a sauce.
- Return chicken to the skillet and toss to coat.
- Simmer for 3–5 minutes until sauce thickens.
- Add lime juice if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- Remove jalapeño seeds for less heat or keep them for extra spice.
- Do not overcook chicken to keep it juicy.
- Adjust sweetness and spice to taste.
- Add cornstarch slurry if a thicker sauce is desired.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.