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Grilled Spiced Bourbon Chicken with Charred Pineapple Salsa

Tender chicken breasts marinated in a spiced bourbon glaze, grilled to perfection and topped with a vibrant charred pineapple salsa for a refreshing summer meal.

Best Pairing Answer

The best bourbon pairing for Grilled Spiced Bourbon Chicken with Charred Pineapple Salsa is Henry McKenna Single Barrel. Henry McKenna Single Barrel complements this chicken dish and its grilling profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Grilled Spiced Bourbon Chicken with Charred Pineapple Salsa

The Recipe

Ingredients & Instructions

Everything you need to make this dish at home.

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/3 cup bourbon
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into chunks
  • 1 small red onion, finely diced
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together bourbon, brown sugar, soy sauce, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
  2. Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over the chicken. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 2-3 hours.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Thread pineapple chunks onto skewers or place in a grill basket, and grill alongside chicken until charred and tender, about 8-10 minutes. Remove and chop pineapple into smaller pieces.
  5. Place chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. In a bowl, combine grilled pineapple, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice. Mix well to create the salsa.
  7. Serve grilled chicken topped with the charred pineapple salsa. Garnish with extra cilantro if desired.

Top Matches

Best Bourbon Pairings for Grilled Spiced Bourbon Chicken with Charred Pineapple Salsa

Ranked bourbon recommendations for this recipe.

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Henry McKenna Single Barrel

Single Barrel Bourbon 50.00% ABV For Grilled Spiced Bourbon Chicken with Charred Pineapple Salsa

Henry McKenna Single Barrel complements this chicken dish and its grilling 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 92%
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Elijah Craig Small Batch

Bourbon 47.00% ABV For Grilled Spiced Bourbon Chicken with Charred Pineapple Salsa

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

Caramel, Oak, Vanilla Baking Spice, Toasted Nuts, Apple
Pairing Score 91%
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Elijah Craig Barrel Proof

Barrel Proof Bourbon 65.00% ABV For Grilled Spiced Bourbon Chicken with Charred Pineapple Salsa

Elijah Craig Barrel Proof complements this chicken dish and its grilling 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 91%
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Knob Creek Rye

Rye 50.00% ABV For Grilled Spiced Bourbon Chicken with Charred Pineapple Salsa

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

Rye Spice, Oak, Vanilla Dill, Herbal, Caramel
Pairing Score 90%
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Old Forester 100 Proof

Bourbon 50.00% ABV For Grilled Spiced Bourbon Chicken with Charred Pineapple Salsa

Old Forester 100 Proof complements this chicken dish and its grilling profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Caramel, Baking Spice, Oak Banana, Vanilla, Toasted Nut
Pairing Score 90%
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Old Forester 1920

Bourbon 57.50% ABV For Grilled Spiced Bourbon Chicken with Charred Pineapple Salsa

Old Forester 1920 complements this chicken dish and its grilling 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 90%
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Russell’s Reserve 10 Year

Small Batch Bourbon 45.00% ABV For Grilled Spiced Bourbon Chicken with Charred Pineapple Salsa

Russell’s Reserve 10 Year complements this chicken dish and its grilling profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Vanilla, Toffee, Oak Orange Zest, Baking Spice, Honey
Pairing Score 90%
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Woodford Reserve Standard

Bourbon 45.20% ABV For Grilled Spiced Bourbon Chicken with Charred Pineapple Salsa

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

Dried Fruit, Cocoa, Spice Mint, Orange, Toasted Oak
Pairing Score 90%
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Booker’s Standard

Barrel Proof Bourbon 63.00% ABV For Grilled Spiced Bourbon Chicken with Charred Pineapple Salsa

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

Oak, Caramel, Vanilla Peanut, Baking Spice, Smoke
Pairing Score 89%
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George T. Stagg Standard

Barrel Proof Bourbon 62.50% ABV For Grilled Spiced Bourbon Chicken with Charred Pineapple Salsa

George T. Stagg Standard complements this chicken dish and its grilling 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 89%
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Maker’s Mark 46

Barrel Finished Bourbon 47.00% ABV For Grilled Spiced Bourbon Chicken with Charred Pineapple Salsa

Maker’s Mark 46 complements this chicken dish and its grilling profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Vanilla, Toasted Oak, Caramel Baking Spice, Cocoa, Dried Fruit
Pairing Score 89%
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Old Forester Statesman

Bourbon 47.50% ABV For Grilled Spiced Bourbon Chicken with Charred Pineapple Salsa

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

Cherry, Apple, Oak Caramel, Baking Spice, Vanilla
Pairing Score 89%