Maple Bourbon Chicken Hash (Print Version)

Chicken in maple-bourbon glaze atop sweet potato hash with peppers, onions, and herbs. Satisfying and flavorful.

# Recipe Ingredients:

→ Maple Bourbon Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
04 - 3 tablespoons bourbon
05 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
06 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Sweet Potato Hash

11 - 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 4 cups)
12 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
13 - 1 green bell pepper, diced
14 - 1 small red onion, diced
15 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
16 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
17 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
18 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Garnish

19 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

# Directions:

01 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together maple syrup, bourbon, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until fully blended.
02 - Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour half of the marinade over the chicken, reserving the rest. Refrigerate and marinate for at least 20 minutes, up to 2 hours for more flavor.
03 - Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet set over medium heat. Add diced sweet potatoes and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
04 - Add diced red and green bell peppers, red onion, thyme, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Continue cooking, stirring often, until sweet potatoes are tender and golden, about 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer the hash to a bowl and keep warm.
05 - Wipe out the skillet. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil and heat over medium-high. Remove chicken from marinade and discard the used marinade. Sear chicken thighs for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until browned.
06 - Reduce the heat to medium and pour the reserved marinade over the chicken. Cook, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and the glaze is thickened and glossy, about 8 to 10 minutes. Add a splash of water if needed.
07 - Arrange the sweet potato hash on serving plates. Top with chicken thighs and spoon glaze over each. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses easy to find pantry staples and fresh produce
  • Perfect balance of sweet smoky and savory
  • Gluten free and meal prep friendly
  • One skillet for the whole meal
02 -
  • High protein and gluten free
  • Sweet potato hash is naturally satisfying and great for meal prep
  • The glaze is packed with flavor but uses no refined sugar
03 -
  • When searing chicken avoid crowding the pan or the pieces will steam rather than develop a golden crust
  • Use a splatter guard if you have one the sweet syrup can pop as it reduces
  • Always taste the glaze before finishing add more vinegar or mustard if you want a tangier punch

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