Transform simple chicken into a show-stopping dinner with this easy recipe for Chicken Breasts Glazed with Hot Pepper Jelly. Juicy, pan-seared chicken breasts are seasoned to perfection and cloaked in a sweet-and-spicy glaze made from hot pepper jelly, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of butter for a velvety finish. The glaze clings beautifully to the chicken, delivering a bold combination of heat and sweetness in every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners but impressive enough for entertaining. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with sides like rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed veggies, it’s a flavor-packed dish that’s as versatile as it is delicious.
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Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil shimmers, add the chicken breasts to the pan.
Cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate, tented with foil to keep warm.
Lower the heat to medium and add the hot pepper jelly, apple cider vinegar, and unsalted butter to the skillet. Stir until the butter is melted and the sauce is smooth, about 2 minutes.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the glaze over them, ensuring they are well coated. Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for an additional 2-3 minutes, turning occasionally to soak up the glaze.
Transfer the glazed chicken breasts to a serving platter. Drizzle any extra sauce from the skillet over the top.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately with your favorite sides, such as steamed vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Serving size | (1020.3g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 2121.4 |
Total Fat 65.2g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 18.3g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
Cholesterol 622.6mg | 0% |
Sodium 2942.1mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 159.0g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 1.0g | 0% |
Total Sugars 143.1g | |
Protein 216.7g | 0% |
Vitamin D 90.5IU | 0% |
Calcium 101.3mg | 0% |
Iron 7.5mg | 0% |
Potassium 2005.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories