Grilled Whiskey-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Maple Bourbon Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-29 · Updated 2026-07-29

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Juicy grilled chicken thighs brushed with a sweet and smoky whiskey-maple glaze, perfect for a comforting dinner. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skin-on chicken thighs, maple syrup, bourbon whiskey 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: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 pieces (about 2 lbs) boneless skin-on chicken thighs
1/3 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup bourbon whiskey
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp salt
1 tsp smoked paprika

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). In a bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup maple syrup, 1/4 cup bourbon whiskey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 3 minced garlic cloves until smooth.
Step 2: Rub 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp smoked paprika evenly over 6 boneless skin-on chicken thighs. Reserve half of the maple bourbon mixture for glazing.
Step 3: Place the chicken thighs on the grill and cook for 5 minutes per side, basting with the reserved glaze every 2 minutes. Grill until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the glaze thickens and caramelizes slightly.
Step 4: Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.