West Baltimore Bourbon Glazed Chicken

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Moist chicken thighs glazed with a smoky bourbon sauce, served with roasted sweet potatoes and green beans. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 80 minutes pairs chicken thighs, bourbon, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 680 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: 40 min Serves 4 American cuisine 680 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup bourbon, 3 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, and 1 tsp dried thyme until smooth.
  2. Step 2: Place 4 chicken thighs in a baking dish. Pour the bourbon glaze over the chicken, ensuring even coating. Bake for 35-40 minutes until chicken is cooked through and glaze is glossy and caramelized.
  3. Step 3: For the sides, preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss 1.5 lbs cubed sweet potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes until golden and tender.
  4. Step 4: Toss 1 lb trimmed green beans with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper. Roast alongside sweet potatoes for last 10 minutes. Serve chicken with roasted vegetables and a drizzle of remaining glaze.

Frequently asked questions

How long does West Baltimore Bourbon Glazed Chicken take to make?

Total time is about 80 minutes (40 min prep + 40 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 West Baltimore Bourbon Glazed Chicken?

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 chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in West Baltimore Bourbon Glazed Chicken?

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 West Baltimore Bourbon Glazed Chicken 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 West Baltimore Bourbon Glazed Chicken?

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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