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Golden seared chicken cubes with sliced green jalapenos in a skillet with lime juice.
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Jalapeno Chicken - Prepper Protein

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 310kcal

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 fresh jalapenos , deseeded and sliced into rounds
  • 1 teaspoon granulated garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon cracked black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 0.25 cup low -sodium chicken broth

Instructions

  • Pat the chicken cubes dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture and ensure a proper sear.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper; toss to coat evenly.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large stainless steel or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  • Place the chicken in the skillet in a single layer. Sear for 5 to 7 minutes, turning occasionally, until all sides are golden brown.
  • Add the sliced jalapenos to the skillet and sauté for 3 minutes until softened and slightly charred.
  • Deglaze the skillet with lime juice and chicken broth, using a spatula to scrape the fond from the bottom of the pan.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 4 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius).
  • Remove from heat and allow the protein to rest for 3 minutes before portioning into airtight containers for storage.