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Maple Bourbon-Glazed Grilled Chicken Thighs with Roasted Garlic Herb Potatoes

Tender grilled chicken thighs glazed with a sweet and smoky maple bourbon sauce, served alongside crispy roasted garlic herb potatoes for a comforting and flavorful weeknight dinner.

Best Pairing Answer

The best bourbon pairing for Maple Bourbon-Glazed Grilled Chicken Thighs with Roasted Garlic Herb Potatoes is Elijah Craig Barrel Proof. Elijah Craig Barrel Proof complements this chicken dish and its grilling and roasting profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Maple Bourbon-Glazed Grilled Chicken Thighs with Roasted Garlic Herb Potatoes

The Recipe

Ingredients & Instructions

Everything you need to make this dish at home.

Ingredients

  • 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup bourbon
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 pound baby Yukon gold potatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss halved potatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until golden and crispy.
  2. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, bourbon, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper to make the glaze.
  3. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  4. Place chicken thighs skin-side down on the grill and cook for about 7 minutes, until skin is crispy.
  5. Flip chicken and brush generously with the maple bourbon glaze. Continue to cook for another 7-8 minutes, brushing frequently with glaze, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes.
  7. Serve the glazed grilled chicken thighs alongside the roasted garlic herb potatoes. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley for a bright finish.

Top Matches

Best Bourbon Pairings for Maple Bourbon-Glazed Grilled Chicken Thighs with Roasted Garlic Herb Potatoes

Ranked bourbon recommendations for this recipe.

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Elijah Craig Barrel Proof

Barrel Proof Bourbon 65.00% ABV For Maple Bourbon-Glazed Grilled Chicken Thighs with Roasted Garlic Herb Potatoes

Elijah Craig Barrel Proof complements this chicken dish and its grilling and roasting profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Oak, Caramel, Dark Chocolate Clove, Cherry, Leather
Pairing Score 95%
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George T. Stagg Standard

Barrel Proof Bourbon 62.50% ABV For Maple Bourbon-Glazed Grilled Chicken Thighs with Roasted Garlic Herb Potatoes

George T. Stagg Standard complements this chicken dish and its grilling and roasting profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Dark Cherry, Oak, Vanilla Tobacco, Cocoa, Spice
Pairing Score 95%
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Henry McKenna Single Barrel

Single Barrel Bourbon 50.00% ABV For Maple Bourbon-Glazed Grilled Chicken Thighs with Roasted Garlic Herb Potatoes

Henry McKenna Single Barrel complements this chicken dish and its grilling and roasting profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Caramel, Honey, Oak Baking Spice, Orange, Leather
Pairing Score 95%
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Pappy Van Winkle 15 Year

Wheated Bourbon 53.50% ABV For Maple Bourbon-Glazed Grilled Chicken Thighs with Roasted Garlic Herb Potatoes

Pappy Van Winkle 15 Year complements this chicken dish and its grilling and roasting profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Caramel, Oak, Vanilla Leather, Dark Fruit, Tobacco
Pairing Score 95%
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Stagg Jr. Standard

Barrel Proof Bourbon 65.50% ABV For Maple Bourbon-Glazed Grilled Chicken Thighs with Roasted Garlic Herb Potatoes

Stagg Jr. Standard complements this chicken dish and its grilling and roasting profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Dark Cherry, Oak, Caramel Cocoa, Leather, Clove
Pairing Score 95%
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Heaven Hill 7-Year Bottled-in-Bond

Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon 50.00% ABV For Maple Bourbon-Glazed Grilled Chicken Thighs with Roasted Garlic Herb Potatoes

Heaven Hill 7-Year Bottled-in-Bond complements this chicken dish and its grilling and roasting profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Caramel, Vanilla, Oak Peanut Brittle, Spice, Citrus
Pairing Score 93%
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Knob Creek Single Barrel

Single Barrel Bourbon 60.00% ABV For Maple Bourbon-Glazed Grilled Chicken Thighs with Roasted Garlic Herb Potatoes

Knob Creek Single Barrel complements this chicken dish and its grilling and roasting profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Caramel, Oak, Vanilla Toffee, Spice, Peanut
Pairing Score 93%
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Knob Creek Standard

Bourbon 50.00% ABV For Maple Bourbon-Glazed Grilled Chicken Thighs with Roasted Garlic Herb Potatoes

Knob Creek Standard complements this chicken dish and its grilling and roasting profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Oak, Vanilla, Caramel Peanut, Maple, Spice
Pairing Score 93%
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Wild Turkey 101

Bourbon 50.50% ABV For Maple Bourbon-Glazed Grilled Chicken Thighs with Roasted Garlic Herb Potatoes

Wild Turkey 101 complements this chicken dish and its grilling and roasting profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Spice, Caramel, Oak Vanilla, Orange Peel, Nutty
Pairing Score 93%
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Wild Turkey Rare Breed

Barrel Proof Bourbon 58.40% ABV For Maple Bourbon-Glazed Grilled Chicken Thighs with Roasted Garlic Herb Potatoes

Wild Turkey Rare Breed complements this chicken dish and its grilling and roasting profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Spice, Vanilla, Caramel Roasted Nuts, Orange Peel, Oak
Pairing Score 93%
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Old Forester 1920

Bourbon 57.50% ABV For Maple Bourbon-Glazed Grilled Chicken Thighs with Roasted Garlic Herb Potatoes

Old Forester 1920 complements this chicken dish and its grilling and roasting profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Dark Caramel, Cocoa, Oak Cherry, Baking Spice, Coffee
Pairing Score 92%
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Angel’s Envy Rye

Barrel Finished Rye 50.00% ABV For Maple Bourbon-Glazed Grilled Chicken Thighs with Roasted Garlic Herb Potatoes

Angel’s Envy Rye complements this chicken dish and its grilling and roasting profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Caramel, Oak, Spice Molasses, Tropical Fruit, Vanilla
Pairing Score 91%