Maple Whiskey Grilled Chicken is marinated with whiskey, pure maple syrup, prepared mustard, and spices. This delicious marinated chicken is served with sauteed mushrooms it makes the perfect weeknight dinner.
Maple was obviously a big part of my life growing up on a small farm. I have vivid memories of sweet sugary steam escaping from the wooden cupola doors, that my dad would open and lay on the roof of the sugar house. You could smell that sweet sticky goodness throughout the entire neighborhood.
If you love grilling as much as we do, I’m positive you’ll be savoring every bite of my Maple Whiskey Grilled Chicken. (feel free to try this marinate with a NY strip steak too!) Try my Whiskey Marinade for Steak, Grilled Pork Chops, Cast Iron Chicken Fajitas, and Citrus Chicken Marinade.
Get the grill ready and get this easy chicken marinade onto your backyard picnic menu. It’s as simple as putting the ingredients into a large Ziploc bag, push around with your fingers and throw the chicken in to marinate. Then either grill outside or in a cast iron grill pan (which is a favorite of mine!)
Don’t forget to check out my Strawberry Rhubarb Lemonade for your festivities! Add a splash of vodka or white rum for a little boost.
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Maple Whiskey Grilled Chicken
Ingredients
Maple Whiskey Chicken Marinade
- 1 cup whiskey
- ½ cup pure maple syrup
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 4-5 tablespoons stone ground mustard (prepared mustard)
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 3-4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups baby bella mushrooms sliced, sauteed
Instructions
Maple Whiskey Grilled Chicken
- In a large zip-style bag combine the ingredients for the marinate.
- Use a wooden rolling pin or meat tenderizer to flatten the chicken, only slightly to even the thickness out.
- Place the chicken breasts into the marinate and place in the refrigerator for 4 to 24 hours. The longer it marinates, the more flavor it will have.
- Grill the chicken on medium to high about 4-5 minutes each side, or until cooked all the way through. Let rest for 4-5 minutes before slicing to enjoy.
Sauteed Mushrooms
- In a cast iron skillet, over medium heat cook the mushrooms in 1 tablespoon of canola oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Use a wooden spoon to occasionally stir the mushrooms as they cook. Browning all sides.
- Serve with sauteed mushrooms and your favorite seasonal vegetables.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition
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Dorna Jackson says
Can this be done in the oven, instead of grilling? If so, how would you do it?
Jessica Robinson says
I would probably suggest you brown the chicken in a cast iron skillet and finish it in the oven until it is fully cooked.
Tami says
Do you marinate the mushrooms with the chicken? Or are you just suggesting to serve them with the chicken?
Jessica Robinson says
Hi Tami,
This is an older recipe that probably should have updated instructions! I just sauteed the mushrooms in a cast iron skillet with a little bit of oil and 1 tablespoon of butter, over medium heat. Use a wooden spoon to stir occasionally and brown all sides. I do not marinade the mushrooms. Although, you certainly could.
Renee Gardner says
As a girl from Kentucky maple and bourbon are a match made in heaven! This is a marinade I would be happy to try!
Julie says
Maple and whiskey is one of my favorite sauce combinations! I admittedly don’t really care for chicken, and especially not for white meat chicken, but this could definitely help tempt me to add a little more of it into my life!
Jessica Robinson says
Try it on steak or another meat if you prefer! Happy cooking!
Abby @ WinsteadWandering says
This chicken is mouthwatering! I can just taste that perfect carmelization on top.
Karyl | Karyl's Kulinary Krusade says
I’m loving this simple recipe! I grill all the time when the weather is good, and definitely adding this to my meal rotation
Michele says
Ive never thought to use maple with my chicken… only pork! Brilliant Suggestion, I just know this will taste divine!
Sara says
This looks awesome. My family would love this for dinner!
Veena Azmanov says
Now that’s my kinda chicken with a bit of of buzz.. LOVE the combination of whisky and maple so definitely on my must try list. Saving for later. Thanks
Helene says
Your childhood memories are priceless. I can not share similar memories but I am curious what maple tastes like. Especially since you combined all these ingredients to such a wonderful looking dish. You made me curious.
Gloria @ Homemade & Yummy says
You can never have too many chicken recipes that’s for sure. Whiskey and maple would make this so delicious….I will have to try this soon.
Paige says
Girl, this looks and sounds GOOD! I bet it’s super tender too.
Nice job!
Analida Braeger says
My son just graduated from culinary school and he love making various marinades for grilling. I am going to share this with him. Thanks!
Sarah says
I bet this would be awesome with bourbon too.. YUM! The marinade sounds delicious!
Ashley @ Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen says
Maple and whiskey go so beautifully together – this dish looks awesome! I have fond memories of school field trips where we went to see how maple syrup is made. You’re lucky to have been able to experience that right at home!