Chicken with Barbecue Bourbon Sauce

Elevate your grilling game with this irresistible Chicken with Barbecue Bourbon Sauce recipe—a mouthwatering fusion of smoky, tangy, and sweet flavors. Juicy grilled chicken breasts are perfectly seasoned with a blend of paprika, garlic powder, and olive oil before being slathered in a rich, homemade bourbon barbecue sauce. This luscious sauce, made with ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and a splash of bourbon, simmers to perfection, creating a bold and velvety glaze. Quick to prepare and ideal for outdoor barbecues or indoor grilling, this dish is sure to steal the spotlight at any gathering. Serve it with classic sides like mashed potatoes or grilled vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 cup Ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 0.25 cup Bourbon
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground mustard
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon Butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat or set a grill pan on the stove over medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Rub this mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.

Step 3

Place the chicken on the grill or grill pan and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Once cooked, set aside and cover with foil to rest.

Step 4

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 5

Add ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, bourbon, smoked paprika, and ground mustard to the saucepan. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Bring the sauce to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 7

Brush the barbecue bourbon sauce generously over the cooked chicken breasts. Reserve some extra sauce for serving.

Step 8

Serve the chicken hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Pair with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes or grilled vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1121.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1967.2

Total Fat 65.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 624.5mg	0%
Sodium 4732.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 83.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g	0%
Total Sugars 62.0g
Protein 218.6g	0%

Vitamin D 92.7IU	0%
Calcium 139.4mg	0%
Iron 8.9mg	0%
Potassium 2124.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.6%

Protein: 48.7%

Carbs: 18.7%