Kentucky Grilled Peach & Honey Glazed Chicken

Introduction

Get ready to elevate your grilling game with this irresistible Kentucky Grilled Peach & Honey Glazed Chicken. The sweet and smoky combination of farm-fresh peaches, golden honey, and perfectly seared chicken creates a dish bursting with Southern charm. With the Arteflame grill, you'll achieve a mouthwatering steakhouse-quality sear before finishing the chicken on the flat cooktop to perfect doneness. This recipe is sure to impress at your next backyard barbecue!

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 ripe peaches, halved and pitted
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh thyme for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Fire up the Arteflame grill

1. Pour some vegetable oil on three paper napkins and place them in the center of the grill.
2. Stack firewood over the oiled napkins, then light the paper.
3. Allow the fire to build and heat the cooktop for about 20 minutes.

Step 2: Prepare the glaze

1. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, melted butter, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.

Step 3: Sear the chicken

1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
2. Place the chicken on the center grill grate and sear for about 2-3 minutes per side, creating a beautiful caramelized crust.

Step 4: Finish cooking the chicken

1. Move the chicken to the flat cooktop griddle, closer to the outer edge.
2. Brush with the honey glaze and continue cooking, flipping occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 150°F.

Step 5: Grill the peaches

1. Place the peach halves, cut side down, on the flat cooktop.
2. Cook until they caramelize, about 3-4 minutes, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 6: Rest and serve

1. Remove the chicken from the grill when the internal temperature reaches 150°F. Let rest for 5 minutes as temperature rises to 165°F.
2. Slice and serve with grilled peaches, garnished with fresh thyme.

Tips

• Use ripe, juicy peaches for the best flavor.
• Let the chicken rest before slicing to retain juices.
• Cook chicken on cooler parts of the cooktop to prevent overcooking.

Variations

1. Spicy Bourbon Glaze: Add 1 tbsp bourbon and 1/2 tsp cayenne to the glaze for a Kentucky twist.
2. Maple Balsamic: Swap honey for maple syrup and apple cider vinegar for balsamic vinegar.
3. Smoky Chipotle: Replace smoked paprika with chipotle powder for extra heat.
4. Garlic Herb: Add minced fresh garlic and rosemary to the glaze.
5. Pineapple Honey: Swap peaches for pineapple rings and use honey lime glaze.

Best Pairings

• Grilled asparagus with butter
• Skillet cornbread
• Classic coleslaw
• Smoky bourbon cocktail

Conclusion

Kentucky Grilled Peach & Honey Glazed Chicken delivers juicy, flavorful bites straight from the grill. The perfect blend of smoky char and sweet glaze creates a dish you'll want to make again and again. Enjoy the incredible flavors and impress your guests at your next cookout!