Smoked Bourbon Chicken with Peach Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-03 · Updated 2026-04-03

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Tender chicken thighs smothered in a sweet-smoky bourbon-peach glaze, finished with a hint of smoked paprika for authentic Southern depth. This Southern-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, bourbon, peach preserves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, 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 2 Southern cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz chicken thighs
3 tbsp bourbon
1/4 cup peach preserves
1 tsp smoked paprika
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves, minced garlic
1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken, skin-side down, and sear for 5-6 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Step 3: Flip chicken, add bourbon and peach preserves, and stir to combine. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
Step 4: Uncover, stir in smoked paprika and minced garlic, and cook for 2 more minutes until sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
Step 5: Garnish with fresh thyme and serve immediately.