Delicious Plum Peach Chicken Recipe

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Delicious Plum Peach Chicken Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
60mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on December 17, 2023

This Plum Peach Chicken recipe is a perfect combination of sweet and savory flavors. It features tender chicken thighs glazed with a sticky plum and peach sauce, which adds a burst of tangy and fruity taste to the dish. The dish is quick and easy to make, making it a great option for a weekday dinner. Serve this succulent chicken with steamed rice or roasted vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

  • 6 chicken thighs
  • 2 plums, pitted and diced
  • 2 peaches, pitted and diced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes.
  2. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the chicken thighs to the skillet and cook until browned on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.
  5. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  6. In the same skillet, add the diced plums and peaches. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until slightly softened.
  7. Pour the soy sauce mixture into the skillet with the plums and peaches. Stir well to combine.
  8. Return the chicken thighs to the skillet and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  9. Cover the skillet and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
  10. Serve the Plum Peach Chicken with steamed rice or roasted vegetables.
  11. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Interesting Facts

  • Plums and peaches are both stone fruits that are in season during the summer months in the United States.
  • Chicken thighs are a flavorful and juicy cut of meat that works well with sweet and savory sauces.
  • The combination of soy sauce, honey, and brown sugar creates a delicious glaze that caramelizes beautifully on the chicken.