Aug 20, 2015, Updated Apr 20, 2023
Peach Barbecue Sauce: You’re going to love this recipe!
Bold and Spicy: This Peach BBQ Sauce packs a smoky-sweet punch that perfectly complements juicy grilled chicken. It turns out peaches make one seriously amazing BBQ sauce. The flavour of the peaches was wonderfully prominent in the sauce, in fact it actually surprised me just how peachy it is. The ginger and chipotle give it wonderful heat, and the vinegar brings out the tartness of the peach. It is balanced, and definitely not too sweet (which can be a problem for me with fruity barbecue sauces). It is so delicious brushed over crispy, flame-kissed, spice-rubbed chicken thighs. Perfect for Grilling Season: Tailor-made for warm summer evenings spent on the patio. Fire up the grill and savor every delicious bite. Who doesn’t love juicy, flavorful chicken smothered in bold sauce? Versatile: We like barbecue (and most other things) spicy in our house – I used 1 1/2 teaspoons of chipotle powder and it was definitely hot. Start with 1 teaspoon (or even 3/4 teaspoon, if you prefer to keep things mild). Got extra Peach BBQ Sauce? The sauce would be delicious on seafood like salmon or shrimp skewers, or on grilled pork tenderloin , too. I’d use the same spice rub for either. We have some sauce (and lots of peaches) left, so I will probably try one or both. Peach lover? Triple down on juicy peach season with this peach sangria, peach caprese salad, and/or a delicious Peach Cobbler Pound Cake for dessert.
Gather Your Ingredients
Before you get started, gather all the ingredients you’ll need for this recipe. Here’s a quick rundown of what you’ll need and what each ingredient does:
Here’s what’s in the Peach BBQ Sauce:
Vegetable oil: used for cooking the onion, garlic, and ginger Onion: adds flavor and texture to the sauce Garlic: adds flavor to the sauce Ginger: adds a subtle, spicy flavor to the sauce Peaches: the star of the show, the peaches give the sauce its sweetness and fruity flavor Apple Cider vinegar: adds tangy acidity to the sauce Brown sugar: adds sweetness and depth of flavor to the sauce. You could swap in honey if you like Soy sauce: adds saltiness and umami flavor to the sauce Kosher salt: enhances the flavor of the sauce Ground chipotle: adds heat to the sauce. Add more or less to taste Water: helps thin out the sauce to the desired consistency
Here’s what’s in the Grilled Chicken Thighs and Spice Rub:
Paprika: adds a smoky, sweet flavor to the chicken Ground cumin: adds a warm, earthy flavor to the chicken Kosher salt: enhances the flavor of the chicken Allspice: adds a sweet and spicy flavor to the chicken Black pepper: adds a subtle heat to the chicken Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs: the main event, the chicken thighs will be coated in the spice rub and grilled to perfection
How to make grilled Chicken with Peach BBQ Sauce
Start with the Peach BBQ Sauce
Now prep the chicken
Make Ahead and Storage Tips:
Sauce in Advance: The Peach BBQ Sauce can be made up to two days ahead of time and stored in the fridge. That means less prep work on the day of your cookout! Spice Overnight: For even more flavor, marinate the chicken in the spice rub overnight. It’ll be even juicier and more flavorful when you grill it up. Freeze for Later: Cook up a big batch of this peach barbecue sauce recipe and freeze the leftovers in sealed glass jars for later. It’ll taste just as delicious when you reheat it, and you’ll have an easy meal on hand for busy nights.
All the peaches! All the barbecue!
