Bourbon-Peach Glazed Chicken with Roasted Vegetables

By , Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Oven-roasted chicken thighs glazed with a sweet bourbon-peach sauce served alongside caramelized root vegetables. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 50 minutes pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 6, 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 35 min Serves 6 American cuisine 450 cal/serving
Plan a meal with the AI → Shop this recipe on Instacart → Shop equipment ↓

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Season 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs with 1 1/2 tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper on both sides.
  2. 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 5 minutes until skin is golden and crisp. Flip and cook 3 minutes more, then remove chicken from skillet.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 diced fresh peach, 1/3 cup bourbon, 2 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar to the skillet. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and peach softens.
  4. Step 4: Return chicken thighs to the skillet, spooning some glaze over the top. Surround with 3 chopped carrots, 2 chopped parsnips, and 1 small red onion cut into wedges. Drizzle remaining 1 tbsp olive oil over vegetables and sprinkle 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme evenly.
  5. Step 5: Transfer skillet to the oven and roast for 25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature and vegetables are tender and caramelized.
  6. Step 6: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving with the bourbon-peach glaze spooned over chicken and vegetables.

Equipment for this recipe

Top-rated tools to make this recipe successfully.

More Knives & cutting boards → Shop all kitchen tools →

Frequently asked questions

How long does Bourbon-Peach Glazed Chicken with Roasted Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 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 with Roasted Vegetables?

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 salt from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Bourbon-Peach Glazed Chicken with Roasted Vegetables?

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 with Roasted Vegetables for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 with Roasted Vegetables?

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.

Related recipes