Baked Bourbon Chicken Recipe

Indulge in this rich and flavorful Baked Bourbon Chicken recipe, a family favorite dating back to a Houston Chronicle submission from the early 1990s! Retired chef Ken Olszewski's masterpiece is surprisingly simple to make, delivering tender chicken bathed in a luscious bourbon sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy this classic dish.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 81 mins
Calories 544.4 kcal
Protein 64g
Rating 4.8 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Bourbon Chicken

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How to Make Baked Bourbon Chicken

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Season chicken pieces (about 1.5 lbs) with salt and pepper. Brown chicken in a large skillet over medium-high heat, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  3. Transfer the browned chicken to a baking dish (approximately 9x13 inches).
  4. In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add 2 cloves minced garlic, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon dried sage, 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, and 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Pour in 1/2 cup bourbon and whisk until smooth and thickened. Remove from heat.
  6. Pour the bourbon sauce evenly over the chicken in the baking dish.
  7. Cover the baking dish tightly with foil.
  8. Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

39g

Fat

37g

Carbs

4g