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    Home » Recipes » Mexican-Style Chicken with Jalapeño Onion Sauce

    Mexican-Style Chicken with Jalapeño Onion Sauce

    Last Updated June 4, 2019. Originally Posted November 17, 2016 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Mexican-Style Chicken with Jalapeño Onion Sauce is a yummy and not-so-spicy dish that's perfect to share with friends or family. by Mama Maggie's Kitchen
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    @ralphsgrocery provided me with compensation in exchange for this sponsored blog post. However, all the opinions expressed here are my own. #LoveMyRalphs

    Mexican-Style Chicken with Jalapeño Onion Sauce is a yummy and not-so-spicy dish that's perfect to share with friends or family. by Mama Maggie's Kitchen

    I don’t like friends taking, but I do like Friendsgiving.

    The other day, I spent a few hours with some of my favorite foodies, putting together a Friendsgiving feast. There were no Black Friday deals here, but we did go on a “chopping spree.” There was SO much “friendtastic” food! My dish was a yummy and not too spicy Mexican-Style Chicken with Jalapeño Onion Sauce.

    Mexican-Style Chicken with Jalapeño Onion Sauce is a yummy and not-so-spicy dish that's perfect to share with friends or family. by Mama Maggie's Kitchen

    My family in California never had Thanksgiving dinners until I was 8 years old. In Mexico, turkey is not very common. We rely on chihuahuas to round up the chickens. 😀 (Just kidding). If you’re feeling like having a gobbler, you can totally make this dish with turkey and make your Friendsgiving extra amazing.

    Mexican-Style Chicken with Jalapeño Onion Sauce is a yummy and not-so-spicy dish that's perfect to share with friends or family. by Mama Maggie's Kitchen

    I’m a saucy Mexican. 😉 I always seek out extra pan liquid whenever nobody’s looking. The real magic in this dish is the Jalapeño Onion Sauce. It’s creamy, but there’s no cream. It’s spicy, but not over-the-top, GET ME WATER spicy. Once you’ve cooked the chicken in the pan, set it aside and tent it with aluminum foil. Add jalapeños, onion, and butter to the pan. Cook this for a few minutes or until the onion is translucent. Stirring constantly.

    Mexican-Style Chicken with Jalapeño Onion Sauce is a yummy and not-so-spicy dish that's perfect to share with friends or family. by Mama Maggie's Kitchen

    Add a spoonful of flour to the pan.

    Mexican-Style Chicken with Jalapeño Onion Sauce is a yummy and not-so-spicy dish that's perfect to share with friends or family. by Mama Maggie's Kitchen

    It will get clumpy. Stir constantly until you see the mixture start to bubbly slightly. About 2 minutes.

    Mexican-Style Chicken with Jalapeño Onion Sauce is a yummy and not-so-spicy dish that's perfect to share with friends or family. by Mama Maggie's Kitchen

    Add chicken stock to the pan to thin it out. Whisk until you get the consistency that you want. Add salt and pepper.

    Mexican-Style Chicken with Jalapeño Onion Sauce is a yummy and not-so-spicy dish that's perfect to share with friends or family. by Mama Maggie's Kitchen

    If you overcooked the chicken, no problemo. Slice the chicken and mix it with the sauce. Sneaky chefs have to stick to together! Show up at your next Friendsgiving with this Mexican-Style Chicken with Jalapeño Onion Sauce, and you’ll be the hit of the fiesta. Enjoy!

    Mexican-Style Chicken with Jalapeño Onion Sauce is a yummy and not-so-spicy dish that's perfect to share with friends or family. by Mama Maggie's Kitchen

    Mexican-Style Chicken with Jalapeño Onion Sauce is a yummy and not-so-spicy dish that's perfect to share with friends or family. by Mama Maggie's Kitchen

    Mexican-Style Chicken with Jalapeño Onion Sauce

    Mexican-Style Chicken with Jalapeño Onion Sauce is a yummy and not-so-spicy dish that's perfect to share with friends or family. by Mama Maggie's Kitchen
    3 from 1 vote
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    Course: Dinner
    Cuisine: American, Mexican
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 324kcal
    Author: Maggie Unzueta

    Ingredients

    • 4 boneless chicken breasts
    • ⅛ teaspoon ground oregano
    • 2 tablespoons ground cumin
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • Salt and Pepper
    • ½ Jalapeño seeded and finely minced
    • ¼ onion diced
    • 1 tablespoon butter
    • 1 tablespoon white flour
    • 1 cup chicken stock

    Instructions

    • Season chicken breasts with oregano, cumin, salt and pepper.
    • Heat olive oil in a skillet.
    • Add chicken and brown on both side.
    • Set aside.
    • Add jalapeño, onion, butter to the pan.
    • Stir constantly until onion is translucent. 2 minutes.
    • Make sure it does not burn.
    • Add flour.
    • Stir constantly.
    • Cook until it bubbles slightly. 2 minutes.
    • Add chicken stock.
    • Whisk until you have reached the consistency you want.
    • Slice chicken and return it to the pan.
    • Serve and enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 324kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 188mg | Potassium: 375mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 240IU | Vitamin C: 2.8mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 3mg
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    Friendsgiving Table

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    Maggie Unzueta using a kitchen thermometer

    Friendsgiving tableFriendsgiving Cheers

    Thank you to Ralphs and the super talented people who made this event possible!

    Photography: @dulcetcreative & @amberthrane
    Styling: @beaheartdesign
    Venue: @eatstreetculinary
    Farm tables: @rusticurbanevents

    Filed Under: Chicken, Mexican, Recipes

    About Maggie Unzueta

    Maggie Unzueta is the writer/blogger, photographer, recipe developer, videographer, and creator of In Mama Maggie's Kitchen. She has been developing easy and authentic Mexican food, Mexican-inspired recipes, and traveling tips since 2010. From family recipes to her extensive travels throughout Mexico, she brings traditional Mexican flavors from South of the Border and into your kitchen. Maggie has been featured in notable culinary websites and other media outlets. For more details, check out her About page.

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    Comments

    1. Melanie

      November 17, 2016 at 8:55 am

      3 stars
      This looks so yummy! A different type of dish than your standard Thanksgiving ones! Adding this to my list!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        November 19, 2016 at 8:52 am

        Thanks! Hope you enjoy. 🙂

        Reply
    2. Ryan | A Polished Palate

      November 17, 2016 at 10:30 am

      This sounds delicious! We eat chicken a lot, so I’m always looking for new recipes to change it up.

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        November 19, 2016 at 8:55 am

        I know what you mean. We eat a lot of chicken too. I’m always on the lookout for new chicken recipes. This one is a keeper! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Mary Barham

      November 17, 2016 at 12:06 pm

      UM I am trying this next week for sure!! My husband will be home, so I can actually go to grocery store and try some new recipes! This is at the top of the list for sure!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        November 19, 2016 at 8:55 am

        That’s awesome. You and your hubby will love this dish. Guaranteed!

        Reply
    4. Annissa

      November 17, 2016 at 4:20 pm

      5 stars
      Looks like a great recipe! Chicken with a bit of spice–love it! I’m not doing a friends giving this year, but this recipe looks like it would be great for any meal.

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        November 19, 2016 at 8:54 am

        For a Friendsgiving or just because, this dish is great all year long. Hope you give it a try!

        Reply
    5. Angie Rose

      November 17, 2016 at 8:32 pm

      I love cooking chicken, but I’ve been looking for a way to make something different and delicious! This looks perfect, can’t wait to try it 🙂

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        November 19, 2016 at 8:52 am

        You’re going to love this recipe. 🙂

        Reply
    6. Lauren

      November 18, 2016 at 10:48 am

      Oh my…this is perfect for my family! Anything with jalapeno’s is really, but this sounds amazing!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        November 19, 2016 at 8:52 am

        Thank you! We’re big on jalapenos at my house too.

        Reply
    7. Erica Tighe

      November 18, 2016 at 3:00 pm

      Seriously in love with the way that dish looks with that plate!!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        November 19, 2016 at 8:54 am

        Thank you! I love it too. 🙂

        Reply
    8. Amanda

      November 18, 2016 at 3:01 pm

      4 stars
      This sounds delicious and and pretty easy!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        November 29, 2016 at 1:12 pm

        It is! Thank you! 🙂

        Reply
    9. Amanda

      November 18, 2016 at 3:02 pm

      4 stars
      This sounds delicious and pretty easy to make!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        November 19, 2016 at 8:54 am

        So easy, and so yummy. Enjoy! 🙂

        Reply
    10. Jessica Bradshaw

      November 18, 2016 at 5:25 pm

      Wow! This looks so good! I am all about spicy chicken recipes.

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        November 19, 2016 at 8:53 am

        Me too! Spice and everything nice. 🙂

        Reply
    11. Sarah Jean Althouse

      November 21, 2016 at 7:08 am

      I love Mexican but it can be hard to change it up. This is the perfect way to make something new with the flavors!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        November 22, 2016 at 7:21 am

        I completely agree. 🙂 Thank you!

        Reply

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