Easy Bourbon Chicken
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 30 minutes
Yields: 4 servings
Bourbon Chicken, the ultimate comfort food Who needs takeout when you can make this delicious, sticky, and sweet dish in just 30 minutes? It’s a game-changer for busy weeknights, and the whole family will love it!

First, let’s talk about the sauce. Oh, that glorious sauce It’s the star of the show, and it’s ridiculously easy to make. Simply combine 1/4 cup of bourbon, 1/4 cup of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch in a small bowl. Whisk until the cornstarch is dissolved, and set it aside.

Next, let’s prep the chicken. You’ll need 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil, 2 cloves of minced garlic, and 1 teaspoon of grated ginger. Add the chicken to the bowl and toss to coat.

Now it’s time to cook the chicken. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.

It’s time to make the sauce Add the bourbon mixture to the skillet and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened. Stir in 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and 1 teaspoon of soy sauce.

Now it’s time to assemble the dish. Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce. Serve the bourbon chicken over fluffy white or jasmine rice, and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

And that’s it A delicious, comforting dish that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. The bourbon chicken is tender, juicy, and full of flavor, and the sauce is sweet and sticky. It’s a game-changer for busy families, and it’s sure to become a new favorite.

So go ahead, give this recipe a try, and let me know what you think And don’t forget to save this recipe for later, so you can make it again and again.

Happy cooking, and don’t forget to share your creations with me!

And finally, don’t forget to check out the comments below for tips and reviews from other readers who have made this recipe!

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Ingredients
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- fluffy white or jasmine rice
- sliced green onions
- sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1. Combine 1/4 cup of bourbon, 1/4 cup of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch in a small bowl. Whisk until the cornstarch is dissolved and set aside.
- 2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil, 2 cloves of minced garlic, and 1 teaspoon of grated ginger. Add 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces and toss to coat.
- 3. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- 4. Add the bourbon mixture to the skillet and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened. Stir in 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and 1 teaspoon of soy sauce.
- 5. Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce. Serve over fluffy white or jasmine rice, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
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