Bourbon Orange Skillet BBQ Chicken With Corn Bread

Name: Bourbon Orange Skillet BBQ Chicken With Corn Bread Topper
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 large red onion, finely chopped; 3 -4 garlic cloves, finely chopped; salt; pepper; 3 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 ½ tablespoons smoked paprika; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 3 tablespoons hot sauce; ¼ cup brown sugar; 1 tablespoon grated orange zest; 2 large oranges, juice of; 3 cups chicken stock; 3 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into large chunks (or combo breast and thighs); ¼ cup Bourbon; 2 (8 1/2 ounce) boxes cornbread mix, such as Jiffy; milk, as needed for the corn bread, per package directions; egg, as needed for the corn bread, per package directions; 4 scallions, thinly sliced; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large red onion, finely chopped
3 -4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
salt
pepper
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 ½ tablespoons smoked paprika
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons hot sauce
¼ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
2 large oranges, juice of
3 cups chicken stock
3 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into large chunks (or combo breast and thighs)
¼ cup Bourbon
2 (8 1/2 ounce) boxes cornbread mix, such as Jiffy
milk, as needed for the corn bread, per package directions
egg, as needed for the corn bread, per package directions
4 scallions, thinly sliced
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1
Preheat oven to 375.
2
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a medium sauce pan over med-high heat.
3
Add the onions and garlic to the pan and cook until tender, 4-5 minutes.
4
Season the onions with salt and pepper and stir in the tomato paste and smoked paprika.
5
Cook the mixture for 1-2 minutes, then add the Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, brown sugar, orange zest, orange juice, and chicken stock to the pan.
6
Bring everything up to a bubble, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer the sauce until thickened, about 5 minutes.
7
While the sauce is simmering, place a large cast-iron skillet over med-high heat with the remaining 2 tablespoons oil.
8
Season the chicken with salt and pepper and cook it until golden brown on all sides, 5-6 minutes.
9
When the chicken is golden brown, pour the thickened barbecue sauce into the cast-iron skillet and add the bourbon, but don't stir it inches.
10
Remove the pan from the heat and very carefully flame the alcohol by using a match or barbecue lighter.
11
Return the pan to the heat and allow the alcohol to cook out of the bourbon; it'll be ready when the flames die away.
12
Remove the skillet from the heat and reserve on a heat-safe surface while you prepare the corn bread.
13
In a mixing bowl, prepare the corn bread batter according to the package directions.
14
Fold the scallions and 1/2 cup cheese into the batter and spoon it evenly over the top of the barbecue chicken.
15
Sprinkle the rest of the shredded cheese over the corn bread and transfer the skillet to the oven.
16
Bake until the corn bread is golden brown and baked through, about 15 minutes.
17
Serve immediately.

1337

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

176

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 large red onion, finely chopped, 3 -4 garlic cloves, finely chopped, salt, and more.

Yes, Bourbon Orange Skillet BBQ Chicken With Corn Bread Topper falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Bourbon Orange Skillet BBQ Chicken With Corn Bread Topper

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