This easy bourbon chicken recipe brings the flavors of the mall food court to your kitchen! Sweet, sticky, and perfectly saucy, it’s ready in under 30 minutes and pairs perfectly with white rice and broccoli for a complete meal.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- scallions and sesame seeds optional garnish
- broccoli and white rice optional, for serving
Bourbon Sauce
- 1 cup apple juice
- 1 cup light brown sugar packed
- ⅔ cup ketchup
- 2 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together all the sauce ingredients. Set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and cooked through, about 3–4 minutes.
- Pour the sauce into the skillet and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce the heat to medium and let the sauce simmer uncovered until it thickens and coats the chicken, about 13–15 minutes.
- Garnish with scallions and sesame seeds and serve over rice.
Notes
Want to use bourbon? Replace the apple juice with up to 1/4 cup of bourbon for a deeper flavor.
Add red pepper flakes to the sauce for a little heat.
Toss steamed broccoli in the sauce before serving for a flavorful side.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 495kcal | Carbohydrates: 74g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 162mg | Sodium: 1036mg | Potassium: 712mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 68g | Vitamin A: 247IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 81mg | Iron: 2mg
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