Bourbon Chicken (Print Version)
Tender chicken pieces coated in a sweet-savory bourbon glaze with hints of ginger and garlic, perfect over steamed rice.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
01 -
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 680g)
02 -
2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
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1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
→ Sauce Ingredients
04 -
½ cup (120ml) low-sodium soy sauce
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¼ cup (60ml) bourbon
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⅓ cup (67g) brown sugar
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1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
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1 teaspoon sesame oil
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
02 -
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
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Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown and fully cooked (about 6 to 8 minutes).
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In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, bourbon, brown sugar, cornstarch mixture, and sesame oil.
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Pour the sauce over the chicken in the skillet; stir to coat evenly and simmer for an additional 5 minutes until thickened.
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Serve immediately over rice or noodles, drizzling extra sauce on top.