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Flavorful Grilled Peach BBQ Chicken Thighs Easy Smoky Glaze Recipe

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Juicy grilled chicken thighs paired with caramelized peaches and a smoky-sweet BBQ glaze, perfect for quick summer cookouts and crowd-pleasing meals.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 3 pounds / 1.4 kg)
  • 2 large ripe peaches, halved and pitted
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle powder (optional but recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons peach jam or preserves
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Trim excess fat from the chicken thighs and pat dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper. (5 minutes)
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together minced garlic, smoked paprika, chipotle powder, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, peach jam, honey, and lemon juice until smooth. Adjust seasoning if needed. (10 minutes)
  3. Halve and pit the peaches, then brush each cut side with olive oil to prevent sticking. Set aside. (5 minutes)
  4. Preheat grill to medium-high heat, about 400°F (204°C). Lightly oil the grates. (10 minutes)
  5. Place chicken thighs skin side down on the grill. Grill for 6-7 minutes per side, brushing with the peach BBQ glaze during the last 4 minutes of cooking. Use a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Move to indirect heat if skin chars too fast. (15-20 minutes)
  6. Place peaches cut side down on the grill during the last 5-7 minutes of chicken cooking. Grill until grill marks appear and peaches soften slightly but hold shape. Brush lightly with glaze while grilling. (5-7 minutes)
  7. Remove chicken and peaches from grill. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving warm with grilled peaches on top or alongside. (5 minutes)

Notes

Use skinless chicken thighs for less fat but skin crisps best on grill. If peaches are out of season, nectarines or thawed frozen peaches work as substitutes. Apply glaze near the end of cooking to prevent burning. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked safely. For indoor cooking, sear chicken in cast iron pan and finish in oven at 400°F (204°C).

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