Description

Saucy Grilled Peach Chicken offers a delightful combination of juicy, tender chicken breasts marinated in a flavorful peach and whiskey glaze. Grilled to perfection and finished with a simmered marinade glaze, this recipe brings a sweet and tangy twist to classic grilled chicken, optionally paired with grilled peaches for an extra charred, fresh fruit flavor.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or chicken thighs)

Marinade

¾ cup peach preserves
¼ cup soy sauce
¼ cup peach flavored whiskey (Crown Royale recommended)
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon packed dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
4 garlic cloves, finely minced
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Kosher salt & fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Optional Garnish

2–4 medium peaches, halved and pitted (for garnish and serving)

Instructions

Prep chicken: Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Place breasts on a cutting board and use a meat mallet to pound to an even thickness of about ½ inch. Place chicken in a shallow baking dish or resealable plastic bag and set aside.
Make marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together peach preserves, soy sauce, whiskey, olive oil, brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, garlic, Dijon mustard, dried thyme, red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper to taste until fully combined.
Reserve marinade: Set aside half of the marinade in a separate container and refrigerate for glazing later.
Marinate chicken: Pour remaining marinade over chicken and toss to coat evenly. Cover dish or seal bag and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, up to overnight for maximum flavor infusion.
Preheat grill: Heat grill to medium-high (around 400°F) using indirect heat and lightly grease grates to prevent sticking.
Grill chicken: Shake off excess marinade and place chicken on hot grill grates. Grill for 6-8 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove chicken and rest on serving platter.
Grill peaches (optional): Brush peach halves with olive oil and grill cut-side down for about 3 minutes until char marks appear. Set aside.
Simmer reserved marinade: Place reserved marinade and 1-2 tablespoons water in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Simmer until warmed through, about 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
Glaze and serve: Brush grilled chicken with warm marinade glaze. Garnish with grilled peaches if desired. Serve immediately alongside your favorite sides and enjoy!

Notes

Marinating overnight improves flavor penetration and tenderness.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfectly cooked chicken (165°F internal temperature).
If peaches are out of season, canned or fresh fruit preserves can be a substitute garnish.
The peach whiskey adds a unique depth but can be omitted or replaced with peach juice for a non-alcoholic version.
For a crispier crust, grill chicken over direct heat for last few minutes carefully monitoring.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: American

Keywords: grilled chicken, peach chicken, peach marinade, summer grilling, sweet and savory chicken, peach preserves chicken