Bourbon Chicken
Bourbon chicken combines tender, juicy chicken with a rich, sweet-savory sauce that captivates the senses. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, ensuring every bite is bursting with flavor. With its enticing aroma and vibrant presentation, bourbon chicken will have everyone at your table asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 3 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sauté until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic during the last minute of cooking until fragrant.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, bourbon, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken in the skillet and simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Substitute bourbon with apple juice for a non-alcoholic version. Add vegetables like bell peppers to increase nutrition and color.