Description
Tender chicken thighs glazed with tangy raspberry preserves and jalapeño peppers, topped with fresh berries for a sweet and spicy dinner the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- ½ cup raspberry preserves
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium jalapeño pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, combine the raspberry preserves, olive oil, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, kosher salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix until well incorporated and set aside.
2. In a small bowl, combine the kosher salt, black pepper, and chili powder. Apply the seasoning mixture evenly to the chicken thighs.
3. Add oil to a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken thighs. Cook for 5 minutes on one side without moving them.
4. Flip the chicken, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
5. Remove the chicken from the skillet and transfer it to a plate. Tent with aluminum foil to keep warm.
6. Add jalapeño peppers and raspberry glaze to the skillet. Stir to combine, scraping up any browned bits in the pan.
7. Add the fresh raspberries to the skillet, gently stirring to coat them in the glaze without breaking them up too much.
8. Return the chicken to the skillet. Spoon the glaze over the top of the chicken and cook until the chicken is heated through again, about a minute. Serve warm.
Notes
The key to this recipe is managing your heat levels – both temperature and spice! Don’t rush the chicken browning process.
When it comes to the jalapeños, remember that every pepper is different. If you’re unsure, start with half a pepper and add more if you want.
Reserve a few fresh raspberries to scatter over the finished dish right before serving for a beautiful presentation.
Chicken breasts can be substituted, just pound them to an even thickness and adjust cooking time as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American Fusion