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Honey Peach Chicken - cookingwithricky

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 420
A deliciously sweet and savory chicken dish featuring peaches, honey, and fresh herbs, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1.5 lb chicken thighs (cut into 1-inch chunks to ensure even browning)

Oil

  • 1.5 tbsp olive oil

Seasonings

  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes

Dairy & Sweeteners

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter (Kerrygold recommended for richness and color)
  • 1 shallot shallot
  • 3 garlic cloves garlic cloves (freshly minced to unlock aromatic oils)
  • 0.75 cup peach preserves (Bonne Maman for best fruit texture)
  • 0.33 cup chicken broth
  • 1.5 tbsp honey
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 2 peaches peaches (sliced into 1/2-inch wedges)

Fresh Herbs

  • 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves (julienned)

Instructions 

  • Season chicken with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  • Heat oil and cook chicken until browned, then set aside.
  • In the same pan, sauté shallot and garlic, then add butter, peach preserves, chicken broth, honey, mustard, and thyme. Simmer until sauce thickens.
  • Return chicken to pan, add peaches, and cook until heated through.
  • Garnish with fresh basil and serve.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate chicken with some of the sauce before cooking.
Calories: 420kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, honey, peach