Description
Skillet Roast Chicken with Peaches, Tomatoes, and Red Onion is a quick and flavorful dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. Juicy chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection and paired with sweet peaches, vibrant cherry tomatoes, and caramelized red onions. This recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, offering a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 ripe peaches, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by washing and slicing the peaches, halving the cherry tomatoes, and thinly slicing the red onion.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; add to the skillet. Cook for about 6-7 minutes until golden brown on one side.
- Flip chicken; add sliced onions to the pan. Cook until onions soften.
- Add peach slices and cherry tomatoes around the chicken; cook until fragrant, about 5-6 minutes.
- Transfer skillet to a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) and bake for 15-20 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with vegetables (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Substitute nectarines for peaches for a different flavor. A splash of balsamic vinegar can enhance the dish's complexity. For best results, use room temperature chicken to ensure even cooking.