Bourbon-Peach Glazed Chicken Thighs with Charred Scallions
Juicy chicken thighs glazed with a sweet bourbon and peach sauce, served alongside smoky charred scallions for a lively Father's Day main. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 45 minutes pairs skin on bone-in chicken thighs, kosher salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 6 pieces, skin on bone-in chicken thighs
- 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large, peeled and finely chopped ripe peach
- 1/3 cup bourbon
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 8 whole, trimmed scallions
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Season 6 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs evenly with 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt and 1 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 6-7 minutes until skin is golden and crispy; flip and sear other side for 3 minutes.
- Step 3: While chicken sears, combine 1 large peeled and finely chopped peach, 1/3 cup bourbon, 2 tbsp honey, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice in a small saucepan.
- Step 4: Cook peach bourbon glaze over medium heat for 8-10 minutes until thickened and syrupy, stirring occasionally.
- Step 5: Pour glaze over seared chicken thighs in skillet, then transfer skillet to oven and roast for 15 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
- Step 6: Meanwhile, place 8 trimmed scallions on a grill pan over high heat and char for 3-4 minutes per side until blackened in spots and softened.
- Step 7: Serve chicken thighs topped with bourbon-peach glaze alongside charred scallions.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Bourbon-Peach Glazed Chicken Thighs with Charred Scallions take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Bourbon-Peach Glazed Chicken Thighs with Charred Scallions?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep kosher salt from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Bourbon-Peach Glazed Chicken Thighs with Charred Scallions?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Bourbon-Peach Glazed Chicken Thighs with Charred Scallions for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Bourbon-Peach Glazed Chicken Thighs with Charred Scallions?
American chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
