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Bourbon Chicken 🥃🍗

As the holiday season approaches, there’s something special about gathering around the table to share warm and comforting meals with loved ones. This Bourbon Chicken is a delightful dish that infuses sweet and savory flavors, making it an excellent choice for festive dinners or cozy family nights. The rich sauce and tender chicken create a dish that’s not only delicious but also easy to prepare, allowing you to spend more time enjoying the company of family and friends.

Ingredients

  • 4 large chicken breasts, chopped into bite-sized pieces and patted dry

  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil

  • ½ teaspoon pepper

  • ½ teaspoon onion powder

  • ¼ cup apple juice (or bourbon if available)

  • ¼ cup ketchup

  • ½ cup soy sauce

  • ¼ cup water

  • ⅔ cup brown sugar

  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger

  • 3 teaspoons minced garlic

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

  • ¼ cup green onions, sliced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Chop the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and pat them dry with a paper towel. Toss the chicken in a large bowl with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch.

  2. Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, add sesame oil. Add the chicken and cook until no longer pink. Drain all juices from the pan. Return the skillet to the stove and continue cooking the chicken over medium heat until it is browned, ensuring to crisp up the bottom of the skillet.

  3. Make the Sauce: In a medium bowl, combine pepper, onion powder, apple juice (or bourbon), ketchup, soy sauce, water, brown sugar, ground ginger, minced garlic, and 1 teaspoon cornstarch. Whisk together until smooth.

  4. Combine and Simmer: Once the chicken is browned, add the sauce mixture to the skillet. Using a spoon, deglaze the bottom of the pan, scraping up all the flavorful browned bits. Bring the sauce to a boil.

  5. Thicken the Sauce: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and allow it to simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring often. After simmering, remove the skillet from the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken.

  6. Serve: Serve the bourbon chicken over white rice and garnish with sliced green onions for a festive touch.

Notes

Prep Time: 10 min | Cooking Time: 15 min | Total Time: 25 min | Calories: Approx. 350 per serving | Servings: 4

This Bourbon Chicken is a wonderful addition to your holiday menu, bringing warmth and flavor to your celebrations. Enjoy the festive spirit as you gather around the table with family and friends, savoring this delicious dish!

  • Author: niold.com