Description
This Easy Bourbon Chicken recipe brings the delicious balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors in a simple stir-fry dish. Tender chicken is cooked in a flavorful bourbon sauce made with soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and a splash of bourbon for that classic rich taste. It's an easy, one-pan dinner perfect for busy nights, ready in just 30 minutes. Serve it over rice for a complete meal!
Ingredients
- Chicken thighs (boneless, skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces)
- Bourbon
- Soy sauce
- Brown sugar
- Garlic (minced)
- Ginger (minced)
- Apple cider vinegar
- Chicken broth
- Cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- Olive oil
- Green onions (for garnish)
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in bourbon, soy sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and chicken broth. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
- Return chicken to the skillet and simmer in the sauce for 5-10 minutes.
- (Optional) Mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water and stir into the sauce to thicken.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and red pepper flakes. Serve over rice or noodles.
Notes
- Substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts if preferred.
- Add extra veggies like bell peppers or broccoli for more nutrients.
- For a non-alcoholic version, skip the bourbon and add extra broth or apple juice for sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 850mg