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Honey Butter Peach Chicken

Honey Butter Peach Chicken combines juicy chicken thighs, sweet peaches, and a rich honey butter sauce.
Baked until tender and finished under the broiler for caramelized flavor.
An easy sweet-and-savory dinner perfect for family meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tsp sea salt divided
  • 1 tsp fresh cracked pepper divided
  • 1 tsp oregano divided
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika divided
  • 8 oz turkey ham diced
  • 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil divided
  • 6 chicken thighs
  • 1 large shallot finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic grated or pressed
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 stick butter
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 large peaches sliced
  • Fresh basil for garnish
  • Additional fresh thyme for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Season the chicken thighs evenly with the sea salt, black pepper, oregano, garlic powder, and paprika on both sides.
  • Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the diced turkey ham and cook for about 3 minutes until lightly browned. Remove and place on a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Lightly wipe the skillet clean.
  • Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet. Sear the chicken thighs for 1–2 minutes per side until lightly golden.
  • Remove the chicken and set aside.
  • Add the remaining olive oil to the skillet. Cook the shallot for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Add the garlic and cook for another 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  • Simmer for 3 minutes over medium heat.
  • Add the butter and honey, stirring until the butter melts completely.
  • Return the chicken and turkey ham to the skillet. Add the thyme sprigs.
  • Spoon the sauce generously over the chicken. This step helps create the signature Honey Butter Peach Chicken flavor.
  • Cover the skillet and transfer it to the oven.
  • Bake for 15 minutes.
  • Remove the skillet from the oven and add the sliced peaches.
  • Spoon the sauce over both the chicken and peaches.
  • Broil for 3–5 minutes until the peaches soften and develop light caramelization.
  • Garnish with fresh basil, thyme, additional sea salt, and cracked pepper before serving.

Notes

  • Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread.
  • Nectarines can be substituted for peaches.
  • For extra richness, add a splash of heavy cream to the sauce.
  • Fresh basil adds brightness and complements the peaches beautifully.