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Finished bourbon chicken served on rice, an effortless dish perfect for any meal.

Effortless Bourbon Chicken Recipe Made with Few Ingredients

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Effortless Bourbon Chicken Recipe: A Quick & Flavorful Delight! This easy bourbon chicken recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, using a few simple ingredients to create a rich, savory sauce that coats tender chicken. Ready in under 30 minutes, this quick bourbon chicken will become a family favorite.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • Chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Bourbon
  • Soy sauce
  • Brown sugar
  • Apple cider vinegar
  • Garlic powder
  • Ginger powder
  • Vegetable oil
  • Cornstarch (optional, for thickening the sauce)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine chicken pieces with bourbon, soy sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, and ginger powder. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and sear until browned and cooked through.
  3. Pour remaining marinade into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Cook until sauce thickens slightly, adding cornstarch if desired.
  4. Serve hot over rice, noodles, or quinoa, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.

Notes

  • Use good quality bourbon for the best flavor.
  • Be careful not to overcook the chicken.
  • Adjust brown sugar to taste.
  • Substitute apple cider vinegar with white or rice vinegar if necessary.
  • Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
  • Author: Serena Miller
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg