Description
Grilled Bourbon Peach BBQ Chicken is a delightful summer dish that perfectly balances sweet and smoky flavors. This recipe features tender chicken thighs coated in a luscious bourbon peach glaze made from fresh peaches and a hint of bourbon. Ideal for any occasion, whether it’s a family gathering, backyard barbecue, or weeknight dinner, this dish promises to impress your guests with its irresistible taste and easy preparation. The combination of simple ingredients and straightforward cooking methods makes it suitable for cooks of all levels. Serve it alongside grilled veggies or a crisp salad for a complete meal that captures the essence of summer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 boneless chicken thighs
- 3 fresh peaches (cored and quartered)
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 3 tablespoons bourbon
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the spice rub ingredients and coat the chicken thighs evenly.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine diced peaches and sugar; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in barbecue sauce and bourbon; puree until smooth with an immersion blender.
- Preheat the grill on medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken for 3-5 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F internal temperature), brushing with peach glaze in the last minute.
- Grill remaining peach quarters until caramelized.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 100mg