Southern Comfort Baked Chicken Breasts

Indulge in the rich flavors of the South with this tender and flavorful Southern Comfort Baked Chicken Breasts recipe. Juicy boneless, skinless chicken breasts are marinated in creamy buttermilk, then baked to perfection in a tangy, whiskey-infused glaze made with Southern Comfort, dark brown sugar, honey, and Dijon mustard. A touch of smoked paprika, cayenne, and garlic powder adds a subtle kick, perfectly complementing the sauce's sweet and tangy notes. This easy-to-make dish is ready in just over an hour, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special family gatherings. Serve these succulent chicken breasts with comforting sides like mashed potatoes or cornbread, and garnish with fresh parsley for a show-stopping meal that brings Southern comfort straight to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 cups buttermilk
• 0.25 cups Southern Comfort whiskey
• 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper. Add the chicken breasts, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight. This will tenderize the chicken and enhance its flavor.

Step 2

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together Southern Comfort whiskey, dark brown sugar, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, the remaining 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper. This will be your tangy Southern-style sauce.

Step 4

Remove the chicken breasts from the buttermilk marinade and pat them dry with paper towels. Place the chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish.

Step 5

Pour the Southern Comfort sauce evenly over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well-coated.

Step 6

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 7

After 25 minutes, remove the aluminum foil and spoon some of the sauce from the baking dish over the chicken breasts. Continue baking, uncovered, for an additional 20 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 8

Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Spoon any remaining sauce from the baking dish over the chicken for extra flavor.

Step 9

Sprinkle with fresh parsley for garnish and serve with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes, cornbread, or green beans.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1396.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2105.8

Total Fat 61.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.3g
Cholesterol 645.3mg	0%
Sodium 4099.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 115.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.1g	0%
Total Sugars 108.5g
Protein 233.1g	0%

Vitamin D 260.7IU	0%
Calcium 701.2mg	0%
Iron 8.4mg	0%
Potassium 2701.5mg	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: 28.5%

Protein: 47.8%

Carbs: 23.7%