Pioneer Woman Peach Whiskey Chicken Recipe

This Pioneer Woman Peach Whiskey Chicken is a sweet and savory recipe, which is made with bone-in chicken thighs and peach preserves. It’s a comforting and impressive main course, ready in about 2 hours and 5 minutes.

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Pioneer Woman Peach Whiskey Chicken Ingredients

• 12 whole bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp. Olive Oil
• 2 tbsp. Butter
• 1 whole yellow onion, diced
• 1 1/2 c. Whiskey
• 12 oz. barbecue sauce
• 1 jar peach preserves
• 1/2 c. Water
• 2 tbsp. Worcestershire Sauce
• 4 cloves garlic, peeled
• 3 whole green onions, sliced thin
• Mashed potatoes, for serving

How To Make Pioneer Woman Peach Whiskey Chicken

1. Prep Oven and Sear Chicken: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Heat the olive oil and butter in a large, heavy pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan, brown the chicken on all sides. Transfer the browned chicken to a plate and set aside.
2. Sauté Onions: Pour off about half of the grease from the pot. Return the pot to the stove, add the diced onions, and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring, until they begin to soften.
3. Make the Sauce: Carefully pour the whiskey into the pot to deglaze. Let it bubble for a minute or two while you scrape the bottom of the pan to release all the flavorful browned bits.
4. Combine and Simmer: Stir in the barbecue sauce, peach preserves, water, and Worcestershire sauce. Add the whole peeled garlic cloves.
5. Braise the Chicken: Return the browned chicken thighs to the pot, nestling them into the sauce. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer on the stovetop.
6. Bake: Cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for 1 1/2 hours, or until the chicken is incredibly tender and cooked through.
7. Serve: To serve, place a generous portion of mashed potatoes on a plate, top with the chicken and plenty of the peach whiskey sauce, and garnish with sliced green onions.

Recipe Tips

• How to get the most flavor? Browning the chicken in batches is a crucial step. It creates a deep, caramelized crust on the chicken (known as the Maillard reaction), which adds a huge amount of flavor to the final dish. Don’t crowd the pan, as this will steam the chicken instead of browning it.
• What kind of pot is best for this recipe? A heavy-bottomed pot or a Dutch oven is ideal because it distributes heat evenly. This is perfect for both searing the chicken on the stovetop and then braising it slowly and gently in the oven.
• Can I adjust the amount of whiskey? Yes, the amount of whiskey can be adjusted to your personal preference. If you prefer a milder, less pronounced whiskey flavor, you can use a little less.
• Why use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs? Cooking the chicken with the bone in and the skin on adds a significant amount of flavor and moisture to the dish. This results in more tender and succulent meat that is less likely to dry out during the long cooking time.

What To Serve With Peach Whiskey Chicken

This rich and flavorful chicken is perfect served over a base that can soak up the delicious sauce.

• Creamy mashed potatoes (as suggested in the recipe)
• Fluffy steamed rice
• Roasted green beans or asparagus
• A simple green salad with a light vinaigrette

How To Store Peach Whiskey Chicken

• Refrigerate: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. The flavors are often even better the next day.
• Reheat: You can reheat the chicken and sauce gently on the stovetop or in the microwave until warmed through.

Peach Whiskey Chicken Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 342 kcal
• Protein: 25g
• Fat: 18g
• Carbohydrates: 20g
• Sugar: 15g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

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