Chicken Thighs with Chipotle-Peach Sauce

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
10%
Chicken Thighs with Chipotle-Peach Sauce
15 min.
4
269kcal

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If you’re looking to spice up your dinner routine with a dish that tantalizes the taste buds and is ready in just 15 minutes, look no further than our Chicken Thighs with Chipotle-Peach Sauce! This vibrant recipe expertly marries the smoky heat of chipotle in adobo sauce with the sweet, juicy flavor of fresh peaches, creating a sauce that elevates succulent, grilled chicken thighs to new heights.

Perfectly gluten-free and dairy-free, this dish is ideal for anyone following special dietary restrictions while still craving bold and exciting flavors. With each bite, you'll experience the harmony of sweet and spicy that makes this a standout meal for lunch or dinner. The preparation is simple and quick, making it a fantastic choice for weeknight meals or for impressing guests at a summer barbecue.

The versatility of this dish doesn’t stop at just chicken; it pairs beautifully with a variety of sides, such as a refreshing Grilled Corn and Red Pepper Salad, adding a burst of color and freshness to your table. With each serving clocking in at just 269 calories, you can indulge guilt-free while satisfying your cravings for comfort and flavor. Grab your grill, fire it up, and dive into a meal that promises to be both delicious and memorable!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  •  chipotles in adobo 
  • tablespoons honey 
  • medium peaches pitted peeled quartered
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt divided
  • 1.5 pounds chicken thighs boneless skinless ( 8 thighs)

Equipment

  • food processor
  • grill

Directions

  1. Prepare grill.
  2. Sprinkle chicken with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; coat with cooking spray.
  3. Place chicken on a grill rack coated with cooking spray. Grill 12 minutes or until done, turning chicken once.
  4. While chicken cooks, puree peaches, honey, chile, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a food processor. Reserve 3/4 cup chipotle-peach sauce to serve with chicken; brush remaining 1/2 cup sauce over chicken during last 2 minutes of cooking.
  5. Serve with: Grilled Corn and Red Pepper Salad

Nutrition Facts

Calories269kcal
Protein50.21%
Fat24.29%
Carbs25.5%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.13
Glycemic Load
7.14
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
15.351739168167%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.44mg
Catechin
3.69mg
Epigallocatechin
0.78mg
Epicatechin
1.75mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.22mg
Kaempferol
0.17mg
Quercetin
0.5mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:268.96kcal
13.45%
Fat:7.2g
11.08%
Saturated Fat:1.77g
11.06%
Carbohydrates:17.01g
5.67%
Net Carbohydrates:15.43g
5.61%
Sugar:15.16g
16.85%
Cholesterol:161.59mg
53.86%
Sodium:452.33mg
19.67%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:33.5g
67%
Selenium:40.11µg
57.31%
Vitamin B3:10.12mg
50.6%
Vitamin B6:0.78mg
38.95%
Phosphorus:335.4mg
33.54%
Vitamin B5:2.17mg
21.67%
Vitamin B2:0.33mg
19.34%
Zinc:2.78mg
18.57%
Vitamin B12:1.09µg
18.14%
Potassium:517.08mg
14.77%
Magnesium:45.77mg
11.44%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.42%
Iron:1.78mg
9.87%
Copper:0.16mg
8.05%
Vitamin K:7.59µg
7.23%
Fiber:1.58g
6.34%
Vitamin A:286.88IU
5.74%
Vitamin E:0.86mg
5.71%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.7%
Vitamin C:3.13mg
3.79%
Folate:11.56µg
2.89%
Calcium:20.23mg
2.02%
Source:My Recipes