Smoky Bourbon Honey Chicken Skewers with Peach Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-13 · Updated 2026-06-13

Tender chicken skewers marinated in smoky bourbon and honey, paired with a fresh and zesty peach salsa for a summertime treat. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs bourbon whiskey, honey, smoked paprika 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1/3 cup bourbon whiskey
• 3 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 medium fresh peaches, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1 tsp jalapeño, seeded and minced
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 8 wooden skewers, soaked

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk 1/3 cup bourbon whiskey, 3 tbsp honey, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until fully combined.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into 1-inch pieces to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, up to 4 hours.
3. Step 3: Meanwhile, prepare the peach salsa by combining 2 diced fresh peaches, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 1 tsp minced seeded jalapeño, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro in a bowl. Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil and stir gently. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
4. Step 4: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Thread marinated chicken pieces onto 8 soaked wooden skewers.
5. Step 5: Grill chicken skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has grill marks.
6. Step 6: Remove skewers from grill and let rest for 3 minutes. Serve hot with the chilled peach salsa spooned over or alongside.