Grilled Bourbon-Glazed Chicken with Kentucky Apples

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-06 · Updated 2026-07-06

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Juicy grilled chicken breasts brushed with a sweet and tangy bourbon glaze, paired with lightly sautéed apples for a Southern-inspired meal. This American Southern-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, bourbon, apple cider vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American Southern cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces, boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup bourbon
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp brown sugar
3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
2 medium, sliced apple
2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp, chopped fresh thyme

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup bourbon, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 2 tbsp brown sugar, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Simmer over medium heat for 8 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly.
Step 2: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Brush 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts with 2 tbsp olive oil, and season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
Step 3: Grill chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side, brushing frequently with the bourbon glaze until cooked through and caramelized.
Step 4: Meanwhile, melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add 2 sliced medium apples and 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme. Sauté for 5 minutes until apples are tender but not mushy.
Step 5: Serve grilled chicken topped with sautéed apples and extra bourbon glaze drizzled on the side.