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Homemade Bourbon Chicken


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  • Author: mealstomake
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free soy sauce)

Description

A delightful blend of sweet and savory, Homemade Bourbon Chicken features tender chicken thighs cooked in a rich bourbon sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1/2 cup bourbon
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooked white rice or zoodles for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  4. In a small bowl, mix the bourbon, soy sauce, brown sugar, and rice vinegar. Pour this sauce over the chicken.
  5. In another bowl, combine cornstarch and water until smooth, then stir into the chicken mixture.
  6. Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
  7. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Serve hot over cooked white rice or zoodles.

Notes

Adjust the sweetness of the sauce by modifying the amount of brown sugar based on taste preference.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 servings
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg