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Skillet Hot Honey Peach Chicken Thighs

Skillet Hot Honey Peach Chicken Thighs for a Sweet Heat Feast

Skillet Hot Honey Peach Chicken Thighs is a delightful one-pan dish featuring succulent chicken thighs coated in a sweet and spicy glaze with juicy peaches.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon coarse salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper freshly ground for best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika or regular paprika for milder taste
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or any neutral oil
  • 1/4 cup honey wildflower honey recommended
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or white vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes adjust for spice tolerance
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
For the Topping
  • 2 medium fresh peaches sliced
  • garnish fresh thyme, minced rosemary, sea salt flakes (optional)

Equipment

  • cast iron skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  2. Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear the chicken thighs for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Sauté minced garlic in the skillet for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Deglaze the skillet with apple cider vinegar, scraping up browned bits.
  6. Add honey and crushed red pepper flakes, simmer for 1-2 minutes until thickened.
  7. Add sliced peaches to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
  8. Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over, and heat for 2-3 minutes.
  9. Serve hot, garnishing with fresh herbs and sea salt flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 27gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfect served with rice or crusty bread to enjoy every last drop of sauce.

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