Bourbon Peach BBQ Chicken
A delightful summer dish that combines the savory flavor of grilled chicken with a tangy bourbon peach barbecue sauce, ideal for cookouts.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ medium yellow onion, minced
- ¼ cup finely chopped green bell pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¾ cup tomato sauce
- ¼ cup unsweetened Primal Kitchen ketchup
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- ¾ teaspoon chili powder
- 1–2 teaspoons hot sauce (optional)
- 4 pieces gluten free buns or baked sweet potatoes for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by heating the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
- Once the oil is shimmering, add the ground beef to the pan and break it up with a mixing spoon.
- Cook until the beef is evenly browned, losing its pink color.
- Add the minced yellow onion and finely chopped green bell pepper to the skillet.
- Stir well and cook until the vegetables soften.
- Season with salt and black pepper and add the minced garlic, cooking until fragrant.
Cooking
- Pour in the tomato sauce, unsweetened Primal Kitchen ketchup, and water; mix together.
- Stir in maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, chili powder, and hot sauce.
- Let the sauce simmer on medium heat to meld flavors.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt if needed.
- Serve the bourbon peach BBQ chicken on gluten-free buns or baked sweet potatoes.
Notes
For a smokier flavor, use smoked paprika in place of chili powder. Leftovers are versatile and can be stored for three days.