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Grilled Bourbon Peach BBQ Chicken

Grilled Bourbon Peach BBQ Chicken for Ultimate Summer Flavor

This Grilled Bourbon Peach BBQ Chicken combines sweet peaches and smoky chicken for an unforgettable summer meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Boneless skin-on thighs are ideal.
For the Sauce
  • 2 pieces Fresh Peaches Diced; substitute with peach preserves if necessary.
  • 1/2 cup Bourbon Omit for non-alcoholic version.
  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce Use your favorite store-bought or homemade variety.
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Adjust based on desired sweetness.
For the Spice Rub
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Can substitute with fresh minced garlic.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika enhances BBQ flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust spice level as desired.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Omit for a milder flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Saucepan
  • Meat Thermometer
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the spice rub by mixing onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
  2. Rub the spice mixture onto both sides of the chicken thighs and let sit for 15 minutes.
  3. Make the BBQ sauce by cooking diced peach and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat for 5 minutes. Stir in BBQ sauce and bourbon, then simmer for 10 minutes and blend until smooth.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (375°F to 400°F) and oil the grates.
  5. Grill the chicken thighs for 3-5 minutes on each side, checking for an internal temperature of 165°F.
  6. Brush the bourbon peach BBQ sauce over the chicken and grill for an additional minute on each side.
  7. Slice additional fresh peaches in half, brush with leftover BBQ sauce, and grill for 1-2 minutes on each side.
  8. Serve the grilled chicken with the grilled peaches and extra BBQ sauce drizzled on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use ripe, fresh peaches for the best flavor. Prepare the spice rub and BBQ sauce ahead of time for convenience.

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