Bold ‘n’ Smoky Southern Grill Dinner

Bold ‘n’ Smoky Southern Grill Dinner

Discover this delicious and easy-to-make recipe for Bold 'n' Smoky Southern Grill Dinner that brings the sensational flavors of a famous restaurant straight to your home.

🕒 Prep - 10 minutes, Cook - 24-32 minutes, Total - 34-42 minutes
🍽 Servings: 6
🔥 Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: Southern American

Allergens

Contains gluten, dairy, and alcohol (bourbon)

Ingredients

  • 6 bone
  • in, skin
  • on chicken thighs 1 cup bourbon 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup honey 1 tbsp smoked paprika 1 tbsp chili powder 1 tsp ground cumin Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the bourbon, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, honey, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  2. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
  3. Preheat your outdoor grill to medium high heat, around 375°F (190°C).
  4. Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off. Reserve the remaining marinade for basting during cooking.
  5. Place the chicken thighs on the preheated grill and cook for approximately 6 8 minutes per side or until cooked through and golden brown. Baste with reserved marinade throughout the cooking process.

Chef’s Insight

The combination of bourbon and smoke creates an irresistible flavor profile that highlights the best of Southern cooking.

Notes

Serve with coleslaw, mashed potatoes, and cornbread for a complete meal.

Cultural or Historical Background

This dish pays homage to the famous street-food tradition of grilled chicken, a staple in Southern American cuisine.