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Maple Bourbon Pecan Chicken

A plate of maple bourbon pecan chicken covered in a rich glaze, served with mashed potatoes and greens.
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Maple Bourbon Pecan Chicken is a bold, flavor-packed one-skillet recipe featuring juicy chicken thighs simmered in a rich, sweet-savory sauce made with maple syrup, bourbon, Dijon mustard, and chopped pecans. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 1-1/4 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup gluten-free flour
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon (e.g., Maker’s Mark)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup (not pancake syrup)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons gluten-free reduced-sodium Tamari (or soy sauce)
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed

Instructions

  1. In a shallow bowl, mix gluten-free flour with salt and pepper. Dredge chicken thighs in flour and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a 12″ cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  3. Remove skillet from heat. Carefully pour in bourbon to deglaze, scraping the bottom to release browned bits.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together chicken broth, chopped pecans, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, tamari, and rosemary.
  5. Return skillet to heat and pour in the sauce. Bring to a simmer, then nestle chicken back into the skillet.
  6. Loosely cover with foil and simmer over medium heat for 10 minutes, flipping chicken occasionally until cooked through and sauce thickens.
  7. Serve hot, spooning sauce and pecans over the chicken. Pair with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or salad.

Notes

  • Use pure maple syrup, not pancake syrup, for best flavor.
  • Mini bottles of bourbon work great if you don’t keep full-size at home.
  • To make non-alcoholic, substitute bourbon with apple juice and a dash of vanilla.
  • For nut allergies, omit pecans or use sunflower seeds for crunch.
  • Chicken breasts may be used, but adjust cooking time to avoid drying out.

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