The world of culinary exploration is a realm of endless possibilities, where flavours and ingredients from different corners of the globe come together to create delightful and unique dishes. One such fusion that tantalizes the taste buds and captures the essence of both sweet and savoury flavors is “Baked Chicken in Spicy Peach Sauce”. This mouthwatering dish combines the succulence of tender chicken with the sweetness of ripe peaches, resulting in a harmonious blend that has the power to transport your taste buds on a culinary adventure.
Peaches are a versatile fruit that can be used in wide range of culinary applications. While they are enjoyed often fresh, peaches can also be canned, dries or used in various dishes to impart their unique flavour profile.
What makes Baked chicken in peach sauce truly magical is the marriage of flavours that occurs during the cooking process. As the chicken bakes in the oven, it absorbs the sweet and aromatic essence of the peach sauce, resulting in tender, succulent meat with a hint of fruity sweetness. The sauce acts as a flavourful blanket, keeping the chicken moist and infusing it with flavour. The peach sauce itself is a symphony of flavours. The ripe peaches provide a natural sweetness while chili paste adds a spicy kick. Tomato contributes a tangy kick and garlic provide a subtle, savory note. Baking also caramelizes the sugar in peach preserve, creating a lovely glaze and intensifying the flavours. This combination of sweet, tangy and savory elements creates a sauce that’s not only delicious but also incredibly versatile.
Baked chicken in Peach Sauce is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed on a variety of occasions. It is a great dish for dinner parties, family gatherings, holiday celebrations or on any festive occasion and weeknight dinners. Impress your guests with this elegant and sophisticated dish. It’s sure to leave a lasting impression. Baked chicken in peach sauce pairs wonderfully with a variety of side dishes, like creamy mashed potatoes, crusty bread, on a bed of rice or pasta, salad or roasted root vegetables.
Ingredients:
400 gm bone in chicken
1 medium tomato (puree)
2-3 garlic cloves (minced)
2 tbsp red chili paste / hotsauce (adjust according to your taste)
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
200 gm peach preserve
100 gm ketchup
2 tsp black pepper powder
1 tbsp olive oil
½ cup coriander leaves, chopped
Preparation:
- Step 1: Arrange the chicken in a single layer in the baking dish. Then season the chicken with salt and blackpepper powder.
- Step 2: In a bowl or in a cup, whisk together the peach preserve, tomato puree, ketchup, red chili paste, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, salt and water as required. Then mix everything properly.
- Step 3: Then pour the mixture over the chicken .
- Step 4: Next drizzle the olive oil over the chicken.
- Step 5: Preheat the oven @200° c/400°F. Then bake the chicken for 35-40 minutes or until it is cooked through.
- Step 6: Sprinkle the chopped coriander leaves for extra flavour.
- Step 7: Serve the chicken with creamy mashed potatoes, crusty bread, on a bed of rice or pasta, salad or roasted root vegetables.
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