Savory Food Court Bourbon Chicken You Can Make at Home

Try this Easy Food Court Bourbon Chicken recipe that brings sweet and tangy flavors right to your table.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 20

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 pound Chicken Thighs Tender and juicy

For the Sauce

1/2 cup Soy Sauce Use gluten-free for a gluten-free version.
1/4 cup Brown Sugar Adjust according to taste.
1/2 cup Apple Juice Non-alcoholic alternative to bourbon.
2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced
1 tablespoon Cornstarch Mix with water to create a slurry.
1 tablespoon Vinegar Rice or white vinegar adds acidity.
1 teaspoon Ginger (optional) Substitute with cayenne for heat if desired.

For Serving

2 cups Rice Fluffy white rice is perfect for soaking up the sauce.

Equipment

skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Food Court Bourbon Chicken

Begin by cutting the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and patting them dry to help achieve a crispy exterior.
Heat the skillet over medium-high heat, add oil, and then the chicken pieces. Allow them to brown for 6-8 minutes.
Prepare the sauce by combining soy sauce, brown sugar, apple juice, minced garlic, and vinegar until the sugar dissolves.
Pour the sauce mixture over the browned chicken in the skillet and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes.
Mix cornstarch with cold water in a small bowl to form a slurry, then stir it into the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Remove from heat and serve the chicken over rice, optionally garnishing with green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish is customizable; feel free to use chicken breasts or tofu as a substitute.

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