Bourbon Chicken
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
5
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Calories
332 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Asian
Bourbon Chicken
Description
This recipe begins by cutting boneless, skinless chicken thighs into one-inch pieces, then seasoning and pan-searing them until golden brown without overcrowding to ensure a crispy crust. Minced garlic is added briefly to the hot pan for aroma. Meanwhile, a sauce is whisked together with bourbon, brown sugar, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, water, soy sauce, and cornstarch for thickness.
The sauce is poured over the chicken and brought to a boil, then simmered until it thickens and clings to the pieces. Optional sliced green onions can be sprinkled on top for freshness and color. The cooked chicken with the glossy sauce is commonly served over rice to balance the dish's sweet and savory flavors.
Substituting apple juice for bourbon is possible for a non-alcoholic option. Cutting the chicken into small pieces streamlines cooking and eating. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming and achieve browning.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken thigh cut into 1 inch pieces, boneless, skinless
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/3 cup soy sauce low sodium
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons green onion optional, sliced
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large pan over medium high heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper to taste.
- Place the chicken in the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Add the garlic to the pan and cook for 30 seconds.
- While the chicken is cooking. In a medium bowl whisk together the bourbon, brown sugar, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, water, soy sauce and cornstarch.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and bring to a boil. Turn the heat down to low and simmer for 3-5 minutes or until sauce has thickened.
- Sprinkle with green onions and serve immediately, over rice if desired.
Notes
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces to make cooking and eating more manageable.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan while searing to get a golden crust; crowded pieces may steam instead.
- Apple juice can replace bourbon if an alcohol-free version is preferred.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 5Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 332 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 332kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 172mg | 57% |
| Sodium | 787mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 508mg | 11% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 75IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.9mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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