Easy Bourbon Chicken Recipe in 30min
Enjoy tender, juicy chicken glazed in a sweet, savory, and sticky bourbon sauce. This restaurant-style dish is easy to make at home with simple ingredients. Perfectly caramelized with a rich depth of flavor, it's great served over rice for a delicious meal. Try this easy Bourbon Chicken recipe today!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch divided
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- ¼ cup minced onion
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- ⅓ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
- ⅓ cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
- ¼ cup bourbon or apple juice for a non-alcoholic option
- 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 2 green onions sliced for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, toss the chicken pieces with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil, onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for about 3 minutes until fragrant.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining cornstarch, soy sauce, chicken broth, bourbon, brown sugar, vinegar, and crushed red pepper.
- Pour the sauce into the skillet, stirring until thickened and bubbly, about 3-4 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, stirring to coat in the sauce. stir-fry for another 2 minutes until everything is warmed through.
- Serve over rice and garnish with sliced green onions.
Notes
For a lighter option, feel free to use chicken breast instead of thighs. Adjust the crushed red pepper based on your spice preference.