Bourbon Peach BBQ Chicken Recipe for Summer Grilling

Listen up, my fellow cooking-phobic friends. I’m about to share the recipe that saved me from a lifetime of being the person who “just brings the napkins” to barbecues. This bourbon peach chicken is so easy, you’ll wonder why you ever bothered with boring old BBQ sauce.

What You’ll Need (Don’t Panic – It’s Simple):

• Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on – they’re idiot-proof)
• 2 ripe peaches (should smell amazing and feel slightly soft)
• A bottle of bourbon (the cheap stuff is fine – we’re cooking, not sipping)
• Your favorite BBQ sauce (nobody’s judging if it’s from a squeeze bottle)
• Basic seasonings: salt, pepper, garlic powder

Let’s Make This Happen (Seriously, It’s Easy):

1. Make the Magic Sauce:
   • Cut peaches in half, remove pits (skin can stay on)
   • Throw in blender with:
     • ½ cup bourbon (save the rest for drinking)
     • ¼ cup BBQ sauce
     • Big splash of oil
     • Healthy pinch of salt and pepper
   • Blend until smooth. Taste it. Try not to drink it all.
2. Prep the Chicken:
   • Pat thighs dry (this is important – wet chicken won’t get crispy)
   • Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and garlic powder (like you’re seasoning fries)
   • Pour half the sauce over chicken in a ziplock bag
   • Let it sit while you do something else (30 minutes minimum)
3. Grill Time:
   • Heat grill to medium (if you can hold your hand 5 inches above for 5 seconds, it’s ready)
   • Place chicken skin-side down first (DON’T TOUCH IT for 6-8 minutes)
   • Flip, brush with remaining sauce
   • Cook until juices run clear (about 15-20 minutes total)
   • Let rest 5 minutes (this is when you casually sip your drink looking smug)

Real Talk Tips:

• No grill? Bake at 400°F then broil for 2 minutes to caramelize
• Sauce too thin? Simmer it for 10 minutes to thicken
• Burned it a little? Call it “charred” and serve with extra sauce

What to Serve With It (Keep It Simple):

• Corn on the cob (toss it on the grill too)
• Bagged salad (we’re not judging)
• Garlic bread (because why not)

FAQs from People Who’ve Actually Made This:
Q: My peaches aren’t ripe!
A: Put them in a paper bag with a banana overnight – works like magic.

Q: Can I make it without bourbon?
A: Sure, but then it’s just peach chicken and where’s the fun in that?

Q: How do I know it’s done?
A: Juices should run clear, or use a meat thermometer (165°F).

The Bottom Line:
This recipe is your ticket to cookout fame with minimal effort. That perfect combo of sweet peaches, smoky bourbon, and crispy chicken skin? Absolute perfection that’ll have everyone thinking you’re some kind of grill master.

Now go forth and conquer that barbecue. And when people ask for your secret? Just wink and say “It’s all in the sauce.”

bourbon peach BBQ chicken recipe

Ready to master the ultimate summer grilled chicken recipe? This bourbon peach BBQ chicken recipe combines bold flavors with simple cooking. It will impress your guests and boost your backyard grilling skills.

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Equipment

• Outdoor grill or gas grill
• Meat thermometer
• Mixing bowls
• Basting brush
• Tongs
• Cutting board

Ingredients

  

• 4 bone-in chicken thighs
• 1/2 cup bourbon
• 3 ripe peaches
• 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

 

• Marinate chicken in bourbon mixture for 2 hours
• Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375-400°F)
• Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side
• Brush with peach bourbon glaze during last 5 minutes
• Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F
• Let rest for 5 minutes before serving