Summer Chicken with Peaches - Easy One-Pan Recipe
Summer Chicken with Peaches is everything you need this summer. It’s a sweet, savory dish with juicy peaches, zesty lemon, and crispy chicken—perfect for light, flavorful summer meals.
Equipment
- Large oven-safe casserole dish
- Cooking tongs
- Wooden Cutting Board
- Chef Knife
- Microplane
Ingredients
- 6 skin-on bone-in chicken thighs
- 3 fresh peaches cut into slices
- 1 small red onion finely sliced
- 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
- 1 Tbsp Garlic Powder
- ½ tsp Cayenne Pepper
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Juice and zest from 1 lemon
- Fresh herbs Rosemary, thyme, or basil all work well
- Drizzle of honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1 - Season chicken thighs
- Preheat oven to 200°C / 400°F
- Add the chicken thighs to a large oven-safe casserole dish.6 skin-on
- Season generously with sweet smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and a dash of cayenne pepper for a little heat.1 tsp Smoked Paprika, 1 Tbsp Garlic Powder, ½ tsp Cayenne Pepper
- Drizzle with a splash of good-quality extra virgin olive oilExtra Virgin Olive Oil
- Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, and then rotate chicken thighs so they are evenly coated in the seasoning and oil.Juice and zest from 1 lemon
Step 2 - Add Peaches and onion
- Cut peaches into thin slices, around ⅛ inch (0.5cm) thick, and arrange the slices around the chicken thighs.3 fresh peaches
- Thinly slice the onion and arrange it with the peaches.1 small red onion
- Zest 1 lemon and add another squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper and bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes.Salt and pepper to taste
Step 3 - Drizzle with honey and serve
- Drizzle with a little honey (or maple syrup), garnish with lots of fresh basil (or thyme) and serve while hot!Drizzle of honey, Fresh herbs
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Notes
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Pair with grains: Serve over couscous, farro, or rice to soak up the pan juices.
- Add a green side: A peppery arugula salad or grilled green beans adds contrast and keeps the meal light and fresh.
- Make it ahead: The chicken and peaches reheat beautifully—store them with their juices for extra flavor the next day.