Grilled Bourbon Peach BBQ Chicken
Grilled Bourbon Peach BBQ Chicken is a summer sensation that will elevate your outdoor gatherings. Juicy chicken thighs are kissed by a sweet and sticky bourbon peach glaze, creating a mouthwatering balance of smoky and fruity flavors. This dish is not only quick to prepare, taking just 35 minutes from grill to table, but it’s also incredibly versatile. Whether served as the main attraction at a barbecue or paired with fresh salads and grilled vegetables, this dish promises to impress your family and friends while keeping meal prep effortless.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 boneless chicken thighs (skin on or off)
- 3 peaches (cored, quartered)
- 1 peach (skin off, cored, diced)
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 3 tbsp bourbon
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Mix all spice rub ingredients in a bowl and coat the chicken thighs evenly.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the diced peach and sugar; simmer for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add barbecue sauce and bourbon to the mixture; simmer for another 5 minutes before blending until smooth.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and grill chicken thighs for 3-5 minutes per side, basting regularly with the glaze.
- Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg