Peach Chicken
Chicken with peaches is a delicious summer recipe! Seared marinated chicken, then baked with fresh juicy peaches and smoky Mexican spices.
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Ingredients
- 1Kg/2.2lbs Boneless Chicken Thighs
- 1 Tsp Ground Cumin
- 1 Tsp Smoked Paprika
- ½ Tsp Mild Chilli Powder
- Salt & Pepper
- 2 Tbsp Unsalted Butter
- 1 Small Red Onion, sliced
- 3 Cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 Tsp Dijon Mustard
- 2 Tsp Soy Sauce
- 4 Sprigs Fresh Thyme or ¾ Tsp Dried
- ¼ Tsp Chilli Flakes
- ½ Cup Peach Jam
- ½ Cup Chicken Stock
- 2 Large Peaches, cut into ½ inch thick wedges
Chicken Seasoning:
Peach Sauce:
Method
- Preheat oven to 190C/375F.
- In a bowl mix chilli powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt and pepper. Season all sides of the chicken.
- Heat a little olive oil in a skillet and sear the chicken. Remove and set aside.
- To the same pan, add 2 tablespoons butter. When melted, add the onions and cook for a few minutes to soften. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the peach jam, chicken stock, dijon mustard, paprika, soy sauce, thyme and chilli flakes. Heat for a few minutes until thickened.
- With a slotted spoon transfer the onions to a baking dish leaving a few in the sauce.
- Place the chicken on top of the onions and snuggle the peaches in between. Pour the sauce all over the chicken and peaches and season with freshly ground pepper.
- Bake in oven for 45 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and golden. Garnish with fresh thyme and serve.
- Enjoy!
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