Peach Glazed Chicken Thighs for a Sweet Summer Feast

Peach Glazed Chicken Thighs are a quick and delicious way to celebrate summer flavors with a savory-sweet twist.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Resting Time 5

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 thighs

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Chicken Thighs Bone-in, skin-on

For the Glaze

1.5 cups Ripe Peaches diced
0.5 cups Brown Sugar or raw sugar as substitute
3 tablespoons Dijon Mustard yellow mustard can be used
2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar white vinegar as substitute
1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper adjust to preference
2 cloves Garlic minced

For Cooking

4 tablespoons Olive Oil or any neutral oil
to taste Salt
to taste Black Pepper

For Garnish

to taste Fresh Thyme or Rosemary optional

Equipment

cast iron skillet
medium saucepan

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with salt and pepper on both sides.
In a saucepan, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
Add peaches, brown sugar, mustard, vinegar, and cayenne; simmer for 10-12 minutes.
In a skillet, heat oil and sear chicken thighs skin-side down for 6-7 minutes.
Flip chicken, drizzle with glaze, and cook for another 15-18 minutes until done.
Optional: Broil for 1-2 minutes to finish with a sticky glaze.
Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving with additional glaze and garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Patting the chicken dry is essential for a crispy skin. For a thicker glaze, allow it to simmer longer while stirring occasionally.

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