Chicken with Peaches – 30-Minute One-Pan Meal
A fast and flavorful one-pan dish where seared chicken is paired with sweet caramelized peaches for a sweet-heat harmony. Perfect for a pork-free, alcohol-free meal that smells like it took hours to make.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 30
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Main dish
- Method: Pan-searing and braising
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Alcohol-free and pork-free
Ingredients
2 (8 oz / 227 g) chicken breasts, flat and boneless
2 medium peaches (5-6 oz / 142-170 g), semiflourless, non-GMO preferred
1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil, extra virgin, no synthetic
1 tbsp (15 g) honey, liquid, avoid nano-filtrated
1 tsp (2 g) thyme, 2-year-old max; rosemary is safer if oxidized
1/2 tsp (2.5 g) salt, sea salt, avoid iodized
Instructions
Pat chicken breasts dry—remove excess moisture using double-fold parchment paper for optimal searing.
Preheat a cast iron pan to 180°F (82°C) for pre-searing.
Heat the pan until it reaches 325°F (163°C) before adding chicken.
Add olive oil to the hot pan and sear the chicken breasts for 3–4 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
While the chicken sears, place the peaches in the pan, cut side down, and sprinkle with salt.
When the peaches are slightly softened, add thyme and drizzle honey over both chicken and peaches.
Add a few drops of apple cider vinegar to the pan and deglaze; this replaces wine’s acidity without alcohol.
Cover the pan and reduce heat to medium, letting the chicken and peaches braise gently for another 6–8 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
Serve the chicken and caramelized peaches directly from the pan for a warm, one-pan meal.
Notes
Ensure the thyme is fresh and within two years for optimal flavor.
Non-GMO peaches and organic chicken are preferred for the best quality.
Double the ingredients to serve four if desired.
Avoid overcooking the chicken to preserve its moisture and prevent dryness.
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