A delightful chicken recipe featuring a sweet and tangy peach glaze, perfect for a summer dinner.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Ensure the oven is fully preheated before placing the dish inside for even cooking.
In a storage bag, combine the flour, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken breasts and shake to coat evenly.
Shaking the chicken in a bag ensures an even coating without mess.
Heat the butter and olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the chicken and brown on both sides.
Browning the chicken seals in the juices and adds flavor.
Transfer the browned chicken to a greased casserole dish.
Use a casserole dish that fits the chicken snugly for even cooking.
In a mixing bowl, combine the diced peaches, vinegar, brown sugar, basil, and nutmeg. Mix well.
Dicing the peaches allows them to release their juices and blend with the glaze.
Pour the glaze over the chicken in the casserole dish, ensuring even coverage.
Use a spoon to spread the glaze evenly over the chicken.
Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, basting the chicken with the glaze every 20 minutes.
Basting keeps the chicken moist and infuses it with flavor.
Remove the foil, add peach slices between the chicken pieces, and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes.
Adding fresh peach slices enhances the presentation and flavor.
Serve the chicken hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves if desired. Enjoy your meal!
Serving the dish immediately ensures the best flavor and texture.