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Jalapeno Peach Chicken Skewers

Jalapeno Peach Chicken Skewers for a Sweet and Spicy BBQ Twist

Experience the delightful combination of sweet peaches and spicy jalapenos in these Jalapeno Peach Chicken Skewers, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marination Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast cubed
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder or paprika for milder flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
For the Skewers
  • 2 medium Peaches fresh or frozen
  • 2 medium Jalapeno Peppers adjust for spice preference
For the Glaze
  • 0.5 cup Peach Preserves or apricot preserves
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce or tamari
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar or white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard or yellow mustard
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic or garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes omit for non-spicy

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Wooden Skewers
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cubed chicken breast with kosher salt, black pepper, chili powder, and olive oil. Marinate for about 10 minutes.
  3. Thread marinated chicken, peach quarters, and jalapeno chunks onto soaked skewers, alternating them.
  4. Mix peach preserves, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to create the glaze.
  5. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Cook skewers for 12-15 minutes, brushing with glaze halfway through.
  6. Carefully remove skewers from the air fryer and let rest for a couple of minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store cooked skewers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for long-term storage, reheating in the air fryer when ready to serve.

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