Peach Basil Balsamic Chicken (Printer-Friendly Layout)
Juicy chicken teams up with warm peaches, basil, and a sweet balsamic sauce for a light, lively meal.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Peaches & Extras
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2 to 3 peaches, sliced up
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1 tablespoon honey, for glaze if you want
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A big handful of fresh basil, chopped
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60 ml thin red onion slices (totally up to you for topping)
→ Chicken & Marinade
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680 g chicken thighs or breasts, no bones or skin
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120 ml balsamic vinegar, plus more if thickening for glaze
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2 tablespoons olive oil, add more if you're cooking and need it
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2 cloves garlic, chopped up
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1/4 teaspoon sea salt, fine
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1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Put the chicken on a big plate or let it hang out in the skillet. Cover it with the peaches, drizzle over your balsamic glaze, and then hit it with the basil and onion if you like.
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Toss your peach slices into the pan with a little olive oil if the pan's dry. Cook them on medium for about 3 or 4 minutes until they're soft and just starting to brown.
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In a bowl or zip bag, stir together balsamic, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken and get it all nice and coated. Seal up and chill for at least half an hour, or go as long as 8 hours.
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Heat a big pan over medium-high. Pull the chicken out of the marinade and pat off the extra. Lay it in the hot pan and sear for 5 to 6 minutes each side. You're looking for that brown outside and it's cooked inside. Move it to a plate and cover with foil—just set it on top, don't fuss.
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Pour your leftover marinade into the hot pan (let it reach a serious boil to be safe), throw in a bit more balsamic and honey if you like. Keep it bubbling for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring, till it gets glossy and thick. Set aside.
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Serve up warm. Tastes awesome with grain bowls, crispy potatoes, or a quick green salad.
# Extra Tips and Tricks:
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Letting the chicken soak longer gives it tons more flavor, but half an hour is the bare minimum. If you're planning, marinate early.