Bourbon Chicken
User Reviews
4.4
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
194 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Bourbon Chicken
Description
Bourbon Chicken begins with bite-sized pieces of chicken thighs browned in olive oil to develop flavor. The sauce combines bourbon with soy sauce, brown sugar, and minced garlic, bringing together sweet, salty, and aromatic elements. Cornstarch mixed with water is added to thicken the simmering sauce, which clings to the chicken, creating a balanced glaze. The straightforward cooking process keeps the chicken moist while infusing it with the sauce's harmonized flavors. Serving it over rice allows the sauce to complement the grains, and sliced green onions add a fresh, mild onion crunch as a final touch.
The texture contrasts between tender chicken pieces and the thickened, slightly sticky sauce emphasize the dish's comforting character. The bourbon provides a subtle depth without overpowering the palate. This dish works well as a main course for dinner, especially when paired with steamed vegetables or a simple side to balance the flavors.
Using chicken thighs helps retain moisture during cooking and absorbs the sauce well. The recipe is designed for stovetop execution, yielding consistent results with a few common ingredients.
A suggested substitution is to replace bourbon with apple cider if desired. This will alter the flavor profile but maintain the necessary liquid and sweetness balance in the sauce. The dish is best served shortly after preparation to keep the sauce glossy and the chicken tender.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken thighs 1-inch pieces, cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ cup bourbon
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 3 garlic minced cloves
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- green onion sliced
Instructions
- In a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat, add the 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 pound cubed chicken thighs,and cook until brown and no longer pink.
- In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup bourbon*, ½ cup soy sauce, ¼ cup brown sugar, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Whisk together 1 teaspoon cornstarch and 1 tablespoon water and add to the sauce mixture.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens up. Serve over rice and garnish with sliced green onions if desired.
Notes
- Bourbon can be substituted with apple cider to modify flavor while maintaining the sauce texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 194 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 194kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.05g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 856mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 161mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 44IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.4
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