Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsLeunig's BistroBourbon Peach Crispy Chicken Recipe

Bourbon Peach Crispy Chicken Recipe

Inspired by Leunig's Bistro
Time1h 15m
Serves4

Murray’s All-Natural Arline Chicken Breast stuffed with Pimento Cheese & VT Ham Breaded and Flash Fried, Served with Sauteed Baby Spinach, Tasso Ham & Corn Pudding and Peach & Basil Salad, Peach Bourbon Sauce

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Ingredients

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Chicken

Sauce

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice a pocket into each chicken breast and stuff with pimento cheese and VT ham. Secure with toothpicks.

  2. 2

    Bread the Chicken

    Dredge stuffed chicken breasts in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with breadcrumbs.

  3. 3

    Fry the Chicken

    In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and place on paper towels to drain.

Sides

  1. 4

    Make the Corn Pudding

    In a bowl, mix corn kernels, cornmeal, heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Pour into a greased baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until set.

  2. 5

    Sauté the Spinach

    In a pan, sauté baby spinach and tasso ham over medium heat until the spinach is wilted. Set aside.

Salad

  1. 6

    Prepare the Peach & Basil Salad

    Slice fresh peaches and toss with basil, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar in a bowl.

Sauce

  1. 7

    Make the Peach Bourbon Sauce

    In a saucepan, combine peach preserves and bourbon. Simmer over medium heat for 5-7 minutes. Stir in butter until melted and smooth.

Assembly

  1. 8

    Plate the Dish

    Place the crispy chicken breast on a plate, add sautéed spinach, a portion of corn pudding, and a side of peach & basil salad. Drizzle with peach bourbon sauce before serving.

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