Few things say summer quite like the smell of barbecue on the grill. Whether you’re a barbecue enthusiast or just looking for a flavorful recipe to impress friends and family, we’ve got the perfect dish for you: Honey Bourbon Barbecue Chicken. Infused with the sweet, smoky richness of Outlaw Distillery’s Honey Bourbon, this recipe takes traditional barbecue chicken to the next level. Ready to fire up the grill? Let’s dive into this recipe for honey bourbon barbecue chicken!
Here’s what you’ll need to craft this mouthwatering Honey Bourbon Barbecue Chicken:
Ingredient Spotlight: Outlaw Honey Bourbon is the key ingredient in this recipe for honey bourbon barbecue chicken. Its smooth, natural honey flavor and oak notes add a rich sweetness, elevating the barbecue sauce to new heights.
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In a small bowl, whisk together barbecue sauce, 1/4 cup Outlaw Honey Bourbon, honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and a splash of olive oil. This sauce will give your chicken that sweet, smoky, and tangy flavor. Set aside for basting.
Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper on both sides. For added crispiness and flavor, lightly brush the chicken with olive oil before placing it on the grill.
Preheat your grill to medium heat. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (use your meat thermometer to check). Halfway through grilling, baste the chicken with the Honey Bourbon Barbecue sauce, giving it that signature sticky, caramelized coating.
Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove it from the grill and brush on an extra layer of Honey Bourbon Barbecue sauce. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to lock in the juices before serving. Optional: Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro for added flavor and presentation.
Keep your grill at medium heat to prevent the sauce from burning. The honey in the sauce can caramelize quickly, so avoid high heat to maintain the perfect balance of sweet and smoky flavors.
For even deeper flavor, marinate the chicken in the Honey Bourbon Barbecue sauce for at least 2 hours before grilling. This allows the bourbon and seasonings to fully penetrate the meat.
To achieve perfect grill marks, avoid moving the chicken too much while it’s cooking. Let it sit on the grill for several minutes before flipping.
This recipe for honey bourbon barbecue chicken pairs wonderfully with classic barbecue sides:
There you have it: a delicious, sweet, and savory recipe for honey bourbon barbecue chicken that’s sure to become a summer favorite. With Outlaw Distillery’s Honey Bourbon at the heart of this dish, your barbecue will be the talk of the neighborhood.
We invite you to try this recipe for honey bourbon barbecue chicken at your next cookout and share your results with us on social media. Tag us at Outlaw Distillery—we’d love to see how your Honey Bourbon Barbecue Chicken turned out!
Ready to start grilling? Purchase Outlaw Honey Bourbon here and start crafting your own delicious Honey Bourbon Barbecue Chicken.
