Elevate weeknight dinners with this mouthwatering Pan Roasted Chicken with Bourbon Peach Glaze, a recipe that combines crispy, golden chicken thighs with a rich, sweet, and tangy glaze. Juicy ripe peaches are paired with smooth bourbon, honey, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of fresh thyme to create a sauce that's irresistibly flavorful. Perfectly seared and oven-roasted to perfection, the chicken boasts a beautifully crisp skin that contrasts wonderfully with the luxurious glaze. This dish is quick to prepare, making it ideal for busy evenings, yet impressive enough for entertaining guests. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, or a fresh green salad for a meal thatβs as stunning as it is delicious.
Preheat your oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C).
Season the chicken thighs generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Heat olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.
Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the hot skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy. Flip the chicken and cook for another 2 minutes.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast the chicken for 15-20 minutes, or until an internal temperature of 165Β°F is reached.
While the chicken is roasting, prepare the bourbon peach glaze. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
Add the diced peaches to the saucepan and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften slightly.
Pour in the bourbon and allow it to simmer for 1-2 minutes, letting the alcohol cook off.
Stir in the honey, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and thyme leaves. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the mixture thickens into a glaze.
Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven and spoon the bourbon peach glaze generously over each piece.
Serve warm with your favorite sides such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh green salad.
Calories |
2228 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 156.1 g | 200% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.8 g | 239% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 548 mg | 183% | |
| Sodium | 621 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.0 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.5 g | ||
| Protein | 111.4 g | 223% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2011 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.