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Grilled Bourbon Peach BBQ Chicken

Grilled Bourbon Peach BBQ Chicken: Sweet Summer Delight

Enjoy the delightful combination of grilled chicken thighs and a bourbon peach glaze in this easy summer BBQ recipe.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Boneless, skin-on
For the Peach BBQ Sauce
  • 4 pieces Peaches Fresh and juicy
  • 0.5 cup BBQ Sauce Your favorite brand
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Adjust based on sweetness
  • 0.25 cup Bourbon Can substitute with whiskey
For the Spice Rub
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Use sparingly
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Saucepan
  • blender
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Spice Rub: In a small bowl, combine onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well blended.
  2. Coat Chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry and rub the spice mixture evenly over each thigh. Let sit for 15 minutes.
  3. Make Peach BBQ Sauce: In a saucepan, combine one diced peach and sugar over medium heat. Simmer for 5 minutes. Add BBQ sauce and bourbon, simmer for 5 more minutes.
  4. Puree Sauce: Transfer peach mixture to a blender and puree until smooth. Set aside.
  5. Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F.
  6. Grill Chicken: Place seasoned chicken on the grill. Cook for 3-5 minutes on each side, brushing with BBQ sauce during the last minute.
  7. Grill Remaining Peaches: Slice remaining peaches in half, brush cut sides with BBQ sauce, and grill for 1-2 minutes.
  8. Serve: Remove chicken and peaches from the grill. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes, then plate and drizzle with extra BBQ sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

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