Smoky Texas Whiskey-Glazed Grilled Chicken

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-03 · Updated 2026-08-03

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Juicy grilled chicken breasts glazed with a rich, smoky whiskey sauce inspired by Texas’ finest spirits. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, Texas whiskey, bbq sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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: 40 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup Texas whiskey
1/3 cup bbq sauce
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp honey

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup Texas whiskey, 1/3 cup bbq sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1 tsp garlic powder until well combined.
Step 2: Rub 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper, then marinate in half of the whiskey glaze for at least 30 minutes.
Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Place chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, basting occasionally with the remaining whiskey glaze, until internal temperature reaches 165°F and edges have a slight char.
Step 4: Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.