Honey-Glazed Bourbon Chicken with Apalachicola Citrus

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Tender chicken thighs glazed with a honey bourbon sauce brightened by fresh citrus from Apalachicola, perfect for a comforting dinner. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, honey, bourbon whiskey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Pat dry 6 bone-in chicken thighs and season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper on both sides.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 5 minutes until golden brown and crisp, then flip and cook 3 more minutes.
  3. Step 3: In a bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup honey, 1/4 cup bourbon whiskey, 1/3 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 2 tbsp soy sauce until combined.
  4. Step 4: Pour the honey bourbon mixture over the chicken in the skillet, spooning some sauce over the top. Transfer skillet to the oven and bake uncovered for 20 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and sauce thickens.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and baste chicken with the thickened sauce. Sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the top and serve warm.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Glazed Bourbon Chicken with Apalachicola Citrus 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 Honey-Glazed Bourbon Chicken with Apalachicola Citrus?

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 bone-in chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Bourbon Chicken with Apalachicola Citrus?

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 Honey-Glazed Bourbon Chicken with Apalachicola Citrus 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 Honey-Glazed Bourbon Chicken with Apalachicola Citrus?

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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