Description
This Bourbon Peach BBQ Chicken is your new go-to for easy dinners that feel like a celebration. Sweet, smoky, and saucy, this dish brings together the richness of bourbon, the juicy brightness of peaches, and the savory punch of barbecue sauce in one finger-licking meal. Whether you’re looking for a quick dinner idea, a fun twist for your summer grilling lineup, or a comforting meal with bold flavor, this easy recipe has got you covered.
Imagine tender chicken glazed in a sticky, caramelized sauce with charred peach chunks tucked in between. It’s the kind of food that makes your mouth water just thinking about it—a perfect blend of savory and sweet, finished with a fresh sprinkle of herbs. This dish fits beautifully into your dinner ideas rotation and works equally well for a backyard barbecue or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or drumsticks
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 tbsp olive oil
1 cup barbecue sauce
1/2 cup bourbon
1 1/2 cups fresh or canned peach chunks
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Fresh chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper. Preheat grill to medium-high or oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet. Sear chicken skin-side down until browned, about 4–5 minutes per side. Set aside.
- In the same pan, add bourbon and simmer 2 minutes. Stir in BBQ sauce, peach chunks, brown sugar, vinegar, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Let the sauce simmer for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add chicken to sauce. Grill with regular basting or bake in the oven for 25–30 minutes until cooked through.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot with your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner