Honey Chipotle Chicken Thighs with Peach Slaw

Name: Honey Chipotle Chicken Thighs with Peach Slaw
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs; 2 tablespoons honey; 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely minced; 1 tablespoon adobo sauce from the can; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 fresh peaches, thinly sliced; 2 cups shredded cabbage; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

This sweet and spicy chicken dish paired with refreshing peach slaw is the perfect way to celebrate summer flavors.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· August 17, 2026

Honey Chipotle Chicken Thighs with Peach Slaw

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

20 minutes

Total

35 minutes

Serves

If you love a balance of smoky heat and natural sweetness, these honey chipotle chicken thighs are going to become a new favorite in your kitchen. The chipotle peppers give the chicken a nice kick, while the honey creates a beautiful sticky glaze that caramelizes perfectly in the pan.

I love serving this with a quick peach slaw because the cool and juicy fruit cuts right through the spicy glaze. It is such a bright and colorful meal that feels special enough for guests but is simple enough to put together on a busy weeknight.

Ingredients

1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
2 tablespoons honey
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely minced
1 tablespoon adobo sauce from the can
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 fresh peaches, thinly sliced
2 cups shredded cabbage
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

1
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, minced chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, garlic, and salt to create your glaze.
2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3
Add the chicken thighs to the skillet and cook for about 6 to 8 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through.
4
Pour the honey chipotle sauce over the chicken in the pan and let it simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken completely.
5
While the chicken rests, toss the sliced peaches, shredded cabbage, lime juice, and cilantro in a medium bowl to make the slaw.
6
Serve the warm chicken thighs with a generous portion of the fresh peach slaw on the side.

💡 Tips

Store any leftover chicken and slaw in separate airtight containers in the fridge for up to two days. If you prefer a milder dish, use only one chipotle pepper instead of two. This pairs wonderfully with a side of steamed rice or quinoa.

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