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Bourbon Blackberry Chicken

A flavorful and easy weeknight dinner featuring succulent chicken marinated in a bourbon blackberry sauce, perfect for family meals and leftovers.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade

  • 1/2 cup bourbon Use a good quality bourbon you enjoy sipping.
  • 1/4 cup honey Find a good quality honey for the best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Low sodium recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Extra virgin olive oil preferred.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Garlic enhances the overall flavor.
  • to taste salt and pepper Basic seasonings to enhance flavor.

Main Ingredients

  • 4 pieces chicken breasts Choose high-quality chicken.
  • 1 cup blackberries Fresh is best, frozen can be used sparingly.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a bowl, mix together bourbon, honey, soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
  • Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them. Allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes.

Cooking

  • After marinating, sprinkle blackberries on top of the chicken.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).

Serving

  • Serve warm with your choice of sides.

Notes

For best results, avoid overcooking the chicken and let it rest before serving to retain moisture. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12g
Keyword Blackberry Chicken, Bourbon Chicken, Easy Dinner, Flavorful Chicken, Sheet Pan Chicken
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