Grilled Bourbon-Glazed Chicken with Kentucky Honey Mustard

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Juicy grilled chicken breasts brushed with a sweet bourbon glaze and served with a tangy honey mustard sauce inspired by Louisville’s famous bourbon heritage. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 25 minutes pairs bourbon whiskey, brown sugar, 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: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup bourbon whiskey, 3 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 5 minutes until syrupy and thickened; remove from heat.
  2. Step 2: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Brush 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) with 2 tbsp olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Step 3: Grill chicken breasts for 5 minutes per side, basting with the bourbon glaze during the last 3 minutes on each side to build a caramelized coating, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  4. Step 4: While chicken grills, whisk together 1/4 cup Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp lemon juice in a small bowl to make the honey mustard sauce.
  5. Step 5: Remove chicken from grill, let rest for 5 minutes, then serve with the honey mustard sauce drizzled over the top or on the side for dipping.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Grilled Bourbon-Glazed Chicken with Kentucky Honey Mustard take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Grilled Bourbon-Glazed Chicken with Kentucky Honey Mustard?

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 bourbon whiskey from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Bourbon-Glazed Chicken with Kentucky Honey Mustard?

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 Grilled Bourbon-Glazed Chicken with Kentucky Honey Mustard 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 Grilled Bourbon-Glazed Chicken with Kentucky Honey Mustard?

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.

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