Peach Jalapeño Chicken Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

This Peach Jalapeño Chicken Tacos Recipe combines sweet and spicy flavors for a delicious twist on traditional tacos. The juicy chicken is marinated with fresh peaches and jalapeños, creating a vibrant filling that pairs perfectly with warm tortillas.

This recipe is straightforward and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering. You can adjust the heat level by varying the amount of jalapeño used, making it suitable for all taste preferences.

Delicious Peach Jalapeño Chicken Tacos

These tacos feature marinated chicken cooked to perfection, topped with a refreshing peach salsa. The recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people, making it a great option for taco night.

Ingredients

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
2 ripe peaches, diced
1-2 jalapeños, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
8 small corn or flour tortillas
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine diced peaches, jalapeños, olive oil, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken thighs and coat well. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Remove from heat and let rest before slicing.
Prepare the Tacos: Warm the tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave. Slice the cooked chicken and distribute it evenly among the tortillas.
Add Toppings: Top each taco with additional diced peaches, jalapeños, and chopped cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side.