Description
Skillet Roast Chicken with Peaches features golden, juicy bone-in chicken thighs paired with sweet, roasted peaches. Enhanced with fresh herbs, honey, and balsamic vinegar, this dish delivers a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, ideal for a delightful summer dinner.
Ingredients
Chicken and Seasoning
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Produce
- 3 ripe peaches, sliced into wedges
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
Liquids and Oils
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s ready for roasting the chicken and peaches.
- Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season evenly with paprika, salt, and black pepper to enhance flavor and achieve a crispy skin.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 5–7 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crisp.
- Flip the Chicken: Turn the chicken thighs over and cook for an additional 2 minutes to slightly brown the other side.
- Prepare for Roasting: If there’s excess oil in the skillet, carefully remove some to prevent sogginess. Arrange the peach wedges around the chicken in the skillet.
- Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together honey, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, fresh thyme leaves, and chicken broth to create a flavorful pan sauce.
- Combine and Roast: Pour the honey-balsamic mixture into the skillet around the chicken and peaches. Transfer the skillet into the preheated oven and roast for 20–25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the peaches are tender.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the skillet from the oven and sprinkle chopped fresh basil over the dish. Serve the chicken and peaches with the pan sauce spooned on top or on the side.
Notes
- Choose firm-ripe peaches to ensure they maintain their shape during roasting.
- You can substitute chicken breasts for thighs; adjust cooking time accordingly for doneness.
- For additional flavor, add sliced red onion to the skillet before roasting.
- This dish pairs well with rice, couscous, roasted potatoes, or a fresh green salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean-Inspired
