Peach Chicken With Basil Gremolata
This Peach Chicken recipe is one you'll look forward to making every summer. Juicy chicken thighs, ripe peaches and a bright basil gremolata come together in one skillet for a dinner that's simple enough for a weeknight but special enough for guests.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1 ¾ teaspoons kosher salt divided
- ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 4 ripe but firm peaches sliced
- 2 medium shallots thinly sliced
- 1 small garlic clove finely minced
- ⅓ cup fresh basil finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. In large bowl, stir together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, pepper, garlic powder and paprika. Pat chicken dry with paper towels and add chicken to bowl. Toss until chicken is evenly coated in oil mixture.
- Heat large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in single layer and cook 4 to 5 minutes or until deeply browned on the first side. Flip chicken.
- Add peaches and shallots to skillet, nestling them around chicken.
- Transfer skillet to oven and roast 14 to 16 minutes or until chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F and peaches are softened and lightly caramelized.
- Meanwhile, in small bowl, stir together garlic, basil, parsley, vinegar, lemon zest, remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- Just before serving, spoon basil gremolata over chicken and peaches.
Calories: 474kcal, Carbohydrates: 19g, Protein: 46g, Fat: 24g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g, Monounsaturated Fat: 14g, Trans Fat: 0.04g, Cholesterol: 215mg, Sodium: 1243mg, Potassium: 831mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 14g, Vitamin A: 1066IU, Vitamin C: 11mg, Calcium: 44mg, Iron: 3mg
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