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This quick and simple recipe for creamy baked peach chicken is perfect for a busy weeknight. With the sweet and tangy flavors of fresh peaches and tender chicken, it’s sure to become a family favorite.
While I was working on our roasted peach chicken recipe, I kept thinking that a creamy baked version would be so good! So I set to work on testing a creamy peach chicken recipe and this is it! It is so delicious and a perfect way to use those juicy summer peaches! We pan sear the chicken first and then let it finish cooking in the oven. It’s so easy!
Last year we ordered our first box of peaches from Pearson Farm, and we will be doing that from now on! Peach season is so short here in Utah and those sweet Georgia peaches are so dang good!
Now don’t get me wrong, I am allllllll about using peaches in sweet dessert recipes! Those are some of absolute faves! Our peach crisp is phenomenal! Then there are the peach cobbler and peach dumplings. I could go on and on, but there is something so unexpectedly delightful about peaches in a savory dish. The peaches really shine in this creamy peach chicken recipe!
Ingredients for Creamy Peach Chicken
This recipe requires ingredients for a chicken marinade, a roasting sauce and a dry chicken rub. There is nothing too fancy or complicated, but everything combined is so tasty. Here is everything you will need:
- Chicken Breasts: We prefer to use bone-in and skin-on chicken breasts for maximum flavor, but often end up using boneless skinless chicken breasts for ease.
- Marinade: Peach Preserves and Heavy Cream
- Roasting Sauce: White Wine Vinegar, Thyme (fresh or dried), Dijon Mustard, Olive Oil, Shallots, Garlic, Sea Salt, Black Pepper and Peaches
- Dry Rub: Chili Powder, Smoked Paprika, Cinnamon, Salt and Pepper
The measurements needed for each ingredient can be found in the recipe card at the end of the post.
How to Make Creamy Peach Chicken
If you’re looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, then add this chicken recipe to your menu this week! It is full of flavor and simple to make. Here is your step by step guide for making the recipe:
- Marinate: Add the peach preserves, cream and chicken to a ziploc bag and squish to combine. Let the chicken marinate in the fridge for at least an hour, up to overnight.
- Prep: When you’re ready to cook it, pull the chicken out of the marinade and save the marinade. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F and pat the chicken breasts dry.
- Rub: Combine all the ingredients for the rub in a small bowl and stir to combine. Rub the chicken all over with the rub mixture.
- Make the Sauce: Whisk all the ingredients for the sauce together in a separate bowl and set aside.
- Sear: Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add some oil. Once the oil is shimmering, add the chicken and sear it with the skin side down first. Then flip and sear the other side.
- Simmer: Pour the sauce over the seared chicken breasts then add the creamy peach marinade over the top too. Let the chicken simmer for a few minutes and then place in the oven for 20-25 minutes.
- Roast: Add some peach slices on top of each chicken breast and stick remaining peaches around the pan. Place the skillet back into the oven and roast for another 20-25 minutes.
All of these instructions can also be found in the recipe card down below. Keep scrolling for the complete recipe!
Can I Use Chicken Thighs?
Yes, chicken thighs will taste great in this recipe! They will taste a little different but they pair well with the creamy sauce and juicy peaches. I’d go with bone in and skin on chicken thighs for the best flavor. Proceed with the recipe as written. They will take a little to come to temperature too.
Can I Use Canned or Frozen Peaches?
You’re going to hate this answer, but I really don’t like canned or frozen peaches in this recipe. They just don’t keep a good texture and the flavor isn’t the same. Use fresh if you can!
How Do I Know When the Chicken is Done?
I prefer using a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. Chicken breasts are safe to eat when they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
What to Serve with Creamy Peach Chicken
Just about anything goes great with this chicken dinner recipe. Anything from salads, potatoes, breads or other side dishes will all work great. Here are a few of our favorites:
Salad: Tomato Cucumber Salad, Macaroni Salad, Elote Grilled Mexican Corn Salad or Southern English Pea Salad
Bread: Herb Focaccia Bread, Potato Rolls, Cornbread orIrish Soda Bread
Vegetables: Smashed Air Fryer Broccoli, Garlic Roasted Carrots or Roasted Veggies
Side Dish: Southern Macaroni and Cheese, Roasted Sweet Potatoes or Baked Potatoes
The chicken and creamy peach sauce also tastes great over rice or pasta too!
Storage and Reheating
Leftovers should be stored in an airtight container in the fridge. They will keep for 3-4 days in the refrigerator. I don’t recommend freezing this dish. The creamy sauce doesn’t hold up well when it thaws.
Reheating chicken can be a little tricky because it tends to dry out, so I recommend reheating it in the oven. With the creamy sauce, this recipe reheats quite well without drying out but you can add a little chicken broth if needed. Reheat in the oven at 300 degrees for 15-20 minutes in a covered baking dish or until heated through.
Looking for a simple and tasty dinner option? Try this recipe for creamy peach chicken, with only a few ingredients and easy instructions. Perfect for a busy weeknight meal!