Ingredients

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(Serves 4)

Chicken & marinade:

1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt & black pepper to taste

Peach-jalapeño glaze:

2 ripe peaches, diced (about 2 cups)
1–2 jalapeños, seeded & minced (use 1 for mild, 2 for medium heat)
3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp honey (or sugar-free maple syrup for blood sugar friendly)
1 tbsp soy sauce (or coconut aminos for GF/low-sodium)
1 garlic clove, minced
½ tsp grated ginger
Optional: 1 tbsp bourbon or lime juice (brightens sweetness)

Finish:

2 tbsp fresh cilantro or basil, chopped
Lime wedges

Instructions

1. Prep chicken:

Pound chicken to ¾” thickness for even cooking.
Rub with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

2. Sear chicken:

Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 5–6 minutes per side until golden and internal temp reaches 165°F. Remove and rest.

3. Make glaze:

In same skillet, add peaches, jalapeños, vinegar, honey, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger.
Simmer 5–7 minutes until peaches soften and sauce thickens slightly.
Optional: Mash peaches lightly with spoon for smoother glaze.

4. Glaze & serve:

Slice chicken; drizzle with warm glaze.
Garnish with fresh herbs and lime wedges.

💡 Pro Tips for Perfection:
✅ Control heat: Remove jalapeño seeds/membranes for mild; leave some for medium; add extra for spicy.
✅ Blood sugar friendly (you love this!):
→ Use sugar-free maple syrup instead of honey
→ Add 1 tbsp chia seeds to glaze for fiber + glycemic control
→ Net carbs: ~12g/serving (vs. 22g classic)
✅ Low-carb/keto option (you love this!):
→ Replace peaches with 1½ cups diced zucchini + ½ cup sugar-free peach extract
→ Use keto-friendly sweetener (monk fruit blend)
→ Net carbs drop to ~6g/serving
✅ Extra richness: Swirl 1 tbsp butter into glaze at the end (you love buttery richness!).
✅ Make ahead: Glaze keeps 3 days refrigerated. Reheat gently; pair with freshly cooked chicken.
✅ Serving ideas:
→ Over cauliflower rice (low-carb—you love this!)
→ With grilled corn salad
→ Alongside avocado slices

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