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Flavorful Peach Bourbon Chicken Thighs Recipe Easy Homemade with Fresh Herbs

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A quick and easy chicken thigh recipe featuring a sweet-savory peach bourbon glaze with fresh herbs, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 cups sliced fresh peaches
  • 1/4 cup bourbon (e.g., Maker’s Mark)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (thyme and rosemary), chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken thighs dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken skin-side down and sear for 6-7 minutes until golden and crisp. Flip and sear the other side for 4 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add sliced peaches and brown sugar. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring gently, until peaches soften and caramelize.
  5. Pour in bourbon and chicken broth, scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 3 minutes to reduce slightly.
  6. Stir in chopped thyme, rosemary, and lemon juice. Return chicken to pan, skin-side up, nestling into the sauce.
  7. Cover skillet, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). Spoon sauce over chicken occasionally.
  8. Remove from heat and let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Drizzle with peach bourbon sauce.

Notes

If sauce is too thin, remove chicken and increase heat to thicken sauce for a couple of minutes. Use patience when searing chicken skin to achieve a crispy crust. Substitute bourbon with apple juice and vinegar for a non-alcoholic version. Fresh herbs are preferred over dried for best flavor.

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