Description

Bourbon Chicken is a delightful dish featuring tender chicken in a savory sauce made with bourbon, garlic, and ginger. This recipe is simple, making it perfect for a quick dinner that’s bursting with flavor and is sure to impress anyone looking for homemade comfort food.

Ingredients

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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
¼-½ cup bourbon or whiskey
¼ cup light brown sugar
3 tablespoons ketchup
¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth
1½ tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons vegetable oil or olive oil
1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
2 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger or ginger paste
2 thinly sliced green onions
1-2 pinches crushed red pepper

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Instructions

In a medium bowl, combine cider vinegar, bourbon, brown sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, chicken broth, and cornstarch. Set aside for a few minutes.
In a large skillet, heat 1-2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken pieces on both sides in a single layer for several minutes. Once browned, move to a plate and cover to keep warm.
Reduce heat to medium and add more oil if needed. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, stirring constantly so it does not burn. Cook for 1 minute.
Whisk the bourbon mixture and pour it into the skillet over medium heat. Bring the sauce to a low boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 3 minutes, adding the chicken back to the skillet after 1-2 minutes. Simmer for 2 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
Garnish with green onions and crushed red pepper flakes to taste.

Notes

For added flavor, let the chicken marinate in the bourbon mixture for 30 minutes before cooking.
Serve over rice for a complete meal.
Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper based on your spice preference.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 300
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 70mg