Description

This dish reminds me of summer cookouts at Uncle Ray’s—where smoky meats met sweet glazes and laughter filled the backyard. The peach and jalapeño glaze gives this chicken a beautiful balance of heat and sweetness that keeps everyone coming back for seconds. Whether you’re grilling or pan-searing, this recipe turns simple ingredients into a flavor-packed meal worth sharing.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Chicken:

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts

1 tsp smoked paprika

1 tsp garlic powder

1½ tsp kosher salt

½ tsp black pepper

For the Glaze:

2 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced

¼ cup peach preserves (or apricot preserves)

2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

½ jalapeño, seeded and minced (use more or less to taste)

1 tsp olive oil

Instructions

Season chicken with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Let sit while you prep the glaze.

In a small saucepan, heat olive oil over medium. Add peaches, preserves, vinegar, and jalapeño. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring, until thickened and peaches soften. Mash slightly if desired.

Grill or pan-sear chicken over medium heat for 5–6 minutes per side until fully cooked.

In the last minute, brush with the glaze on both sides. Let it caramelize lightly.

Serve hot with extra glaze drizzled on top.

Notes

🍗 Sweet, spicy, and irresistibly tender—this is the kind of recipe that turns any dinner into a memory worth savoring.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

Calories: 320 per serving
Fat: 16g per serving
Carbohydrates: 14g per serving
Protein: 28g per serving