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Sweet ‘n’ Spicy Chicken

58 reviews
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Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Makes

4 servings

Updated: Jun. 16, 2023
My husband and children love this tender chicken with its spicy sauce. Peach preserves add just a touch of sweetness, while taco seasoning and salsa give the dish some kick. —Sheri White, Higley, Arizona
Sweet ‘n’ Spicy Chicken
Sweet 'n' Spicy Chicken Recipe photo by Taste of Home
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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 1-2/3 cups chunky salsa
  • 1/2 cup peach preserves
  • Hot cooked rice

Directions

  1. Place taco seasoning in a large shallow dish; add chicken and stir to coat.
  2. In a large skillet, brown chicken in oil until no longer pink. Combine salsa and preserves; stir into skillet. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 301 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 985mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 0 fiber), 23g protein.