Jul 14 2026

Whiskey Recipe

Time40m
Serves1

Grilled angus beef patty or chicken breast topped with applewood bacon, extra sharp cheddar cheese, a thick-cut onion ring and Jack Daniels whiskey sauce.

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Ingredients

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Patty or Chicken

Method

Prepare the Patty or Chicken

  1. 1

    Season the Meat

    Sprinkle the Angus beef patty or chicken breast with salt and black pepper on both sides.

  2. 2

    Heat the Grill

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and brush the grates with olive oil to prevent sticking.

  3. 3

    Grill the Meat

    Place the seasoned meat on the grill. Cook the Angus beef patty for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium doneness, or grill the chicken breast for about 6-7 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

Prepare the Toppings

  1. 4

    Cook the Bacon

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the applewood bacon until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

  2. 5

    Fry the Onion Ring

    In the same skillet, fry the onion ring until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  3. 6

    Melt the Cheese

    Place the slice of extra sharp cheddar cheese on the grilled meat during the last minute of cooking to allow it to melt.

Prepare the Jack Daniels Whiskey Sauce

  1. 7

    Combine Ingredients

    In a small saucepan, combine Jack Daniels whiskey, brown sugar, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.

  2. 8

    Simmer the Sauce

    Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Let it cook for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.

Assemble the Dish

  1. 9

    Build the Burger

    Place the grilled Angus beef patty or chicken breast on a serving plate. Top with crispy bacon, the fried onion ring, and drizzle generously with the Jack Daniels whiskey sauce.

  2. 10

    Serve

    Serve immediately with your choice of sides.

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