Description
This Grilled Jalapeno Chicken Stack with Bourbon Crunch is a flavorful barbecue dish that combines spiced chicken with a crunchy bourbon glaze, topped with grilled jalapenos and served with a zesty sauce.
Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 4 jalapenos, halved and seeded
– 1/2 cup bourbon
– 1/4 cup brown sugar
– 1/4 cup soy sauce
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
1.
2. 1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
3. 2. In a bowl, mix bourbon, brown sugar, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
4. 3. Marinate the chicken breasts in the bourbon mixture for at least 30 minutes.
5. 4. While the chicken marinates, grill the jalapenos for about 3-4 minutes until slightly charred.
6. 5. Remove the jalapenos and set aside.
7. 6. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side or until fully cooked through and juices run clear.
8. 7. In the last few minutes of grilling, brush the remaining bourbon glaze over the chicken.
9. 8. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
10. 9. Stack the chicken breasts with grilled jalapenos on top and drizzle with extra bourbon glaze if desired.
11. 10. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
– Adjust the level of spiciness by leaving some seeds in the jalapenos.
– Serve with a side of grilled vegetables or a refreshing salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with jalapenos
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: grilled chicken, jalapeno, bourbon, BBQ