There’s a point in summer when the peaches get out of hand. You buy a few at the store, then a neighbor drops some off, and suddenly they’re everywhere. They’re perfect for dessert, but you can’t just bake cobblers until September. Using them in dinner is the only way to go, and it turns out they actually work in more meals than you’d think. Their natural sweetness plays well with salty meats, sharp cheeses, bold herbs and even heat. These recipes prove peaches belong on the dinner table just as much as the dessert plate.

Spicy Rosemary Tomato Peach Chutney

This chutney simmers peaches with tomato, onion, and rosemary until thick and spoonable. It’s a great way to use ripe peaches in a savory spread that works on grilled meats, sandwiches, or even grain bowls.
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Peach and Radish Salad with Crispy Prosciutto

This salad combines juicy peaches, crisp radish, and crunchy prosciutto with toasted hazelnuts for texture. It’s a solid way to work peaches into dinner without turning on the stove.
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Sweet Corn Peach Honey Mustard Chicken Salad

Sweet corn and diced peaches bring freshness to this chicken salad, while the honey mustard dressing adds a little tang. It’s an easy cold dinner that works well for hot nights or packed lunches.
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Peach Honey Grilled Lamb Chops

Lamb chops get brushed with a peach honey glaze and grilled until caramelized. Served with grilled peaches and greens, it’s a complete meal that uses fruit in a balanced, savory way.
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Pork Chops with Peach Chutney

Grilled pork chops get topped with a thick mango-peach chutney that brings a mix of sweet and spicy. It’s a practical way to use up peaches in a dish that feels hearty and balanced.
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Slow Cooker Peach Pulled Chicken

Boneless chicken cooks low and slow with BBQ sauce and sliced peaches until it’s easy to shred. Serve it on buns, over rice, or with slaw for a hands-off dinner with sweet, tangy flavor.
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Old Bay Salmon with Peach-Avocado Salsa

Pan-seared salmon gets topped with a peach and avocado salsa that’s citrusy and rich. The balance of flavors makes this one feel complete without any sides needed.
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BBQ Peach Sheet Pan Pizza

This pizza uses BBQ sauce as the base and tops it with sliced peaches. Baked on a sheet pan, it’s a smart way to use peaches in dinner without overthinking it.
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Roasted Peach BBQ Chicken Bake

Chicken gets roasted with peaches and BBQ sauce until everything caramelizes. It’s hearty and flavorful with minimal prep and cleanup.
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Balsamic Chicken with Peaches & Prosciutto

Chicken cooks with peaches and crisp prosciutto, finished with a balsamic glaze. It’s great for a dinner that feels different but stays easy.
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Fresh Jalapeño Peach Salsa

This salsa mixes peaches, jalapeño, garlic, and red onion for a combo that’s bright and punchy. It’s great spooned over grilled chicken, tacos, or anything that needs a fresh topping.
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Peach Burrata Salad

Sliced peaches and tomatoes sit with creamy burrata and basil vinaigrette. It works as a side but holds up well enough to count as dinner, especially in peak peach season.
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Tomato Feta Salad with Peach and Strawberry

Sweet fruit and savory feta keep this salad interesting. With tomatoes, peaches, and strawberries, it’s colorful and filling enough for a no-cook dinner.
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Grilled Peach Salad with Feta

Grilling the peaches brings out their flavor and adds a bit of char. Paired with feta and greens, it’s a salad that leans savory and still lets the fruit shine.
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Peach Bruschetta with Goat Cheese and Honey

Toasted bread gets topped with creamy goat cheese, sliced peaches, and a light drizzle of honey. It’s a smart way to bring peaches to a dinner table as an appetizer or side.
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Arugula Peach Salad with Honey Basil Vinaigrette

This salad pairs peppery arugula with sliced peaches, feta, pecans, and a basil vinaigrette. It’s fast to throw together and works well as a fresh side or starter.
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Grilled Steak Salad with Peaches

Grilled flank steak and peaches sit on a bed of greens with mozzarella and balsamic vinaigrette. It’s a full meal with a solid mix of flavors and textures.
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Grilled Peach Blackberry Salad

Grilled peaches and blackberries get tossed with greens and a honey Dijon dressing. The mix of charred fruit and tangy berries keeps it sharp and balanced.
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Nectarine Tomato Caprese Salad

Sliced nectarines or peaches stand in for the usual tomatoes in this variation on a caprese. Paired with mozzarella and basil, it’s a fresh way to stretch a peach supply.
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Grilled Peach and ‘Nduja Crostini

These crostini layer spicy ‘Nduja with grilled peaches for a sharp contrast in flavor. They’re simple to prep and work well as a starter or small plate.
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Grilled Pork Chops With Peaches

Pork chops pair with grilled peaches for a dinner that balances savory and sweet. A little caramelization from the grill brings out the flavor in both.
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Roasted Peach and Whipped Ricotta Tartine

Roasted peaches get layered over whipped ricotta with salted cashews and basil. Serve it with a salad or grilled protein to make it dinner-worthy.
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Fresh Peach Caprese Salad

This spin on caprese swaps tomatoes for peaches. It’s a quick way to use extra fruit in something that leans savory and still feels like dinner.
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Gina Matsoukas is an AP syndicated writer. She is the founder, photographer and recipe developer of Running to the Kitchen — a food website focused on providing healthy, wholesome recipes using fresh and seasonal ingredients. Her work has been featured in numerous media outlets both digital and print, including MSN, Huffington post, Buzzfeed, Women’s Health and Food Network.








