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Easy Bourbon Chicken Recipe – 35-Minute Ultimate Family Dinner


  • Author: Amanda
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Tender chicken coated in a rich sweet and savory bourbon sauce that’s perfect for busy weeknight dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup bourbon whiskey
  • 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 sliced green onions
  • 4 cups cooked white rice
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

1. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.

2. Heat oil in a skillet.

3. Brown chicken for 5–6 minutes.

4. Transfer chicken to a plate.

5. Cook garlic for 30 seconds.

6. Add bourbon and simmer for 2 minutes.

7. Stir in soy sauce, ketchup, broth, brown sugar, vinegar and ginger.

8. Return chicken to skillet.

9. Simmer for 15–20 minutes until thick.

10. Serve over rice and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

  • Chicken breasts may replace thighs.
  • Store leftovers up to 4 days.
  • Freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Serve with broccoli or noodles.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 23g
  • Sodium: 890mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 135mg

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