Peach Chicken

This Peach Chicken recipe has a sweet and savory combination of juicy seared chicken served in a Balsamic sauce with fresh peaches and herbs. You can't beat this mouth watering flavor combination!

Prep Time15

Cook Time25

Total Time40

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings: people

Calories: 643kcal

Author: Stephanie

Ingredients

2 large boneless skinless chicken breast
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
Salt/Pepper
1-2 tablespoons olive oil
½ cup dry white wine see notes
3 cloves garlic minced
2 tablespoons butter
2-3 peaches sliced
8 oz. Burrata Cheese (2 balls) See notes for subs.
¾ cup Honey glazed almonds or pecans

Sauce

¾ cup chicken broth
½ cup balsamic vinegar
½ chicken bouillon cube
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon EACH: Worcestershire sauce, mustard powder
½ teaspoon EACH: dried thyme, dried basil, onion powder

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Instructions

Prep Work

Combine all ingredients in the sauce section above and set aside. Measure out remaining ingredients before beginning.
Note: Burrata cheese is best enjoyed at room temperature, so take it out of the fridge and let it sit out for 30 minutes while you prepare the dish.

Cook the Chicken

Slice the chicken in half lengthwise to create 2-3 thinner slices. Cover with saran wrap and use the textured side of a meat mallet to pound it to ½-inch thick. Pat the chicken dry.
Sprinkle each side of the chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken in batches for 4 minutes per side, until a golden crust has developed. Set aside.

Make the Sauce

Turn the heat off and add the white wine. Use a silicone spatula to “clean” the bottom and sides of the skillet.
Set heat to medium and add the garlic. Let it bubble gently and reduce by half, about 4 minutes. Add the butter and let it melt.
Stir in the sauce mixture from step 1. Bring to a boil and let it thicken. Once thickened, reduce heat to medium-low and add the peaches. Let them soften for 4 minutes.
Add the chicken back and spoon the sauce on top. Simmer until heated through, about 2 minutes.
Add the burrata cheese to serving plates along with the chicken and peaches and spoon the sauce on top. Sprinkle with almonds and serve!

Notes

Pro Tips

Cheese: Burrata is the perfect way to round out the sweet and acidic flavors in this sauce. The creamy texture is also the perfect way to compliment the peaches. Fresh mozzarella is the closest substitution and ricotta works also in a pinch.
Peaches: Choose peaches that are ripe but not overly soft to ensure they are sweet but also maintain their shape in this dish.
Wine: Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc are the best dry white wines for this recipe. Non-alcoholic wine or chicken broth may also be used.
Nuts: Honey glazed or honey roasted nuts are a must in this dish, they add a nice crunch and take the combination of flavors to the next level. Almonds and pecans are the best options, but walnuts or even peanuts will work in a pinch.
Serve this with: Rice, Roasted Potatoes, Grilled Potatoes, Greek Potatoes, Pasta Salad, Potato Salad, Corn Salad, Spinach Salad, Greens and Beans, and more!

Storage

Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. The chicken and sauce freeze well, however the cheese does not.

Nutritional information is an estimate and is per serving. There are 4 servings in this recipe.

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