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Flavorful Sheet Pan Brown Sugar Peach BBQ Chicken Thighs

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A quick and easy sheet pan recipe combining juicy chicken thighs with caramelized peaches and a sticky brown sugar BBQ glaze, perfect for summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 3 ripe but firm fresh peaches, sliced thick
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (smoky, slightly sweet variety)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup BBQ sauce, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Stir until smooth.
  4. Toss the chicken thighs in the glaze, making sure each piece is generously covered. Reserve a little glaze for basting later.
  5. Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up on a rimmed sheet pan, spaced evenly.
  6. Nestle peach slices around and under the chicken so they roast in the juices.
  7. Roast for 25-30 minutes, checking after 20 minutes. The chicken skin should be golden and slightly crisp, and the peaches soft and caramelized.
  8. Optional: Brush the reserved glaze over the chicken and broil for 2-3 minutes for extra sticky glaze. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
  9. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Spoon the sweet sauce from the pan over the chicken and peaches.

Notes

Pat chicken dry for crispy skin. Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). Broil at the end for extra caramelization but watch closely to prevent burning. Adjust brown sugar if peaches are very ripe to balance sweetness.

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Keywords: sheet pan chicken, BBQ chicken thighs, peach BBQ chicken, summer recipe, brown sugar glaze, easy dinner, crowd-pleaser

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