Description
Maple Bourbon Pecan Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender chicken thighs with a luscious sauce made from pure maple syrup and crunchy pecans. This one-skillet recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, as it can be prepared in just 20 minutes. The delightful blend of savory and sweet flavors is sure to impress your family and guests alike. With its gluten-free credentials, this dish offers a quick, satisfying meal option that’s as convenient as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1–1/4 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup gluten free flour
- 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup pecans (chopped)
- 3 Tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 Tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 Tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons gluten free reduced-sodium Tamari
- 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- Dredge chicken thighs in seasoned gluten-free flour.
- Sear the chicken in a hot cast iron skillet until golden brown on both sides.
- Prepare the sauce by combining chicken broth, maple syrup, chopped pecans, mustard, vinegar, tamari, and rosemary in the skillet.
- Nestle the seared chicken back into the sauce and simmer until cooked through.
- Serve with additional sauce over the top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce (about 170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg