Maple Bourbon Chicken Hash (Printer-Friendly)

Tender maple-bourbon chicken with sweet potato hash and colorful peppers creates a savory, smoky American classic.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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 ground 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 ground black pepper

→ Garnish

19 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

# How to Make It:

01 - Combine maple syrup, bourbon, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl. Whisk until smooth.
02 - Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour half of the marinade over them. Reserve the remaining marinade. Chill for at least 20 minutes or up to 2 hours.
03 - Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced sweet potatoes and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
04 - Stir in diced red and green bell peppers, red onion, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Continue cooking, stirring regularly, until sweet potatoes are tender and lightly golden, approximately 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer mixture 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 (discard used marinade) and sear thighs for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden brown.
06 - Reduce skillet to medium heat. Add reserved marinade to chicken and cook, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and glaze is thickened, about 8 to 10 minutes. Add a splash of water if necessary to prevent sticking.
07 - Arrange sweet potato hash on serving plates. Top with glazed chicken thighs and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses pantry ingredients you likely have on hand
  • Naturally gluten-free and easy to make dairy free
  • Balanced flavor with sweet maple smoky bourbon and warm spices
  • No oven required all in one skillet
  • Both kids and adults love the mix of sweet potatoes and juicy chicken
02 -
  • Full of fiber from sweet potatoes and peppers
  • Chicken thighs bring extra juiciness and flavor compared to breast
  • Excellent for meal prep the hash and chicken reheat well
  • The maple syrup makes a glaze that clings to chicken without being heavy
03 -
  • Marinate the chicken for as long as possible, up to two hours, for maximum flavor penetration
  • Use cast iron for the hash if you want deep browning and crisp edges
  • Do not rush glazing—let the chicken simmer slowly so the maple bourbon syrup thickens beautifully

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