Tangy Bourbon BBQ Chicken

Dairy Free
Health score
7%
Tangy Bourbon BBQ Chicken
80 min.
6
475kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your grilling game with a dish that’s bursting with flavor? Introducing Tangy Bourbon BBQ Chicken, a delightful recipe that combines the rich, smoky essence of bourbon with a tangy barbecue sauce that will have your taste buds dancing. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or any gathering, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends.

What makes this recipe truly special is its balance of sweet and tangy flavors, thanks to the combination of dark brown sugar, cider vinegar, and robust molasses. The addition of chili powder adds a subtle kick, making each bite a delicious adventure. Plus, it’s dairy-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions.

With a total preparation and cooking time of just 80 minutes, you can easily whip up this mouthwatering main course without spending all day in the kitchen. Whether you choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts or bone-in, skin-on pieces, the grilling process ensures that the chicken remains juicy and tender, while the homemade barbecue sauce caramelizes beautifully on the grill.

So fire up your grill and get ready to savor the irresistible flavors of Tangy Bourbon BBQ Chicken. It’s not just a meal; it’s an experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • servings pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.3 cup bourbon 
  • pounds chicken pieces boneless bone-in skinless
  • teaspoons chili powder 
  • 0.3 cup apple cider vinegar 
  • 0.3 cup t brown sugar dark packed
  • tablespoons blackstrap molasses dark (not blackstrap)
  • 0.3 cup catsup 
  • servings kosher salt 
  • 0.8 cup tomato sauce 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • tablespoons worcestershire sauce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • paper towels
  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • grill
  • kitchen thermometer

Directions

  1. Place the tomato sauce, bourbon, vinegar, brown sugar, ketchup, molasses, Worcestershire, and chili powder in a small saucepan and whisk to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the flavors have melded and the sauce has thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 25 to 30 minutes. Equally divide the sauce between 2 small bowls and set it aside to cool to room temperature. Reserve 1 bowl of sauce for serving and the other for brushing onto the chicken while it cooks on the grill.
  2. Heat a gas or charcoal grill to medium (about 350°F to 450°F). Meanwhile, if you’re using chicken breasts (either boneless or bone-in), cut them in half crosswise. Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels and place on a baking sheet. Coat them all over with the oil and season with salt and pepper.When the grill is ready, place the chicken on it (skin-side down if using skin-on), cover the grill, and cook until grill marks appear on the bottom, about 5 minutes. Flip the chicken pieces over, cover the grill, and cook until grill marks appear on the second side, about 5 minutes more.Flip the chicken again and generously brush the pieces using the bowl of sauce set aside for that purpose. Cover the grill and cook for 5 minutes. Flip and brush the chicken, and continue to flip and brush every 5 minutes, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest piece reads 160°F to 165°F and the meat near the bone is no longer pink, about 10 to 15 minutes more (about 25 to 30 minutes total cooking time).
  3. Remove the chicken to a clean serving platter and pass the remaining bowl of barbecue sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Calories475kcal
Protein26.11%
Fat56.13%
Carbs17.76%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.33
Glycemic Load
2.77
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
14.258260934249%

Flavonoids

Quercetin
0.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:474.95kcal
23.75%
Fat:27.97g
43.02%
Saturated Fat:7.37g
46.07%
Carbohydrates:19.91g
6.64%
Net Carbohydrates:19.17g
6.97%
Sugar:17.75g
19.72%
Cholesterol:115.67mg
38.56%
Sodium:627.86mg
27.3%
Alcohol:3.34g
100%
Alcohol %:1.75%
100%
Protein:29.27g
58.54%
Vitamin B3:11.13mg
55.63%
Selenium:23.94µg
34.2%
Vitamin B6:0.65mg
32.42%
Phosphorus:246.76mg
24.68%
Potassium:587.23mg
16.78%
Vitamin B5:1.58mg
15.76%
Zinc:2.18mg
14.51%
Iron:2.55mg
14.16%
Magnesium:56.1mg
14.03%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
13.88%
Vitamin K:12.73µg
12.13%
Vitamin A:602.51IU
12.05%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.55%
Vitamin E:1.68mg
11.2%
Copper:0.18mg
8.84%
Vitamin B12:0.48µg
7.97%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.34%
Vitamin C:5.76mg
6.99%
Calcium:53.55mg
5.36%
Folate:13.66µg
3.41%
Fiber:0.75g
2.99%
Vitamin D:0.31µg
2.06%
Source:Chow