Spiced Texan Grilled Chicken with Smoky Jalapeño Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-17 · Updated 2026-06-17

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Juicy grilled chicken breasts seasoned with a blend of smoky and spicy Texan flavors, served with a creamy jalapeño sauce that adds a vibrant kick. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 medium, seeded and chopped jalapeño peppers
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
1 tsp honey

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 2 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Rub this spice mix evenly over 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts.
Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through and grill marks appear, about 160°F internal temperature.
Step 3: While the chicken cooks, blend 2 chopped jalapeño peppers (seeded for less heat), 1/2 cup sour cream, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, and 1 tsp honey in a food processor until smooth and creamy.
Step 4: Serve the grilled chicken breasts with a generous drizzle of the smoky jalapeño sauce, garnishing with extra cilantro if desired.