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Bourbon Chicken – Sticky, Sweet, and Savory Takeout-Style Favorite

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Sticky-sweet and savory chicken bites simmered in a bourbon-infused glaze. A takeout classic made easily at home in just one pan.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into chunks

  • 1 tbsp oil

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced

  • ¼ cup bourbon (or apple juice)

  • ¼ cup soy sauce

  • ⅓ cup brown sugar

  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

  • 2 tbsp ketchup

  • 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water

  • Optional: red pepper flakes, green onions, sesame seeds

Instructions

  • Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat.

  • Add chicken, cook until browned and cooked through. Remove from pan.

  • In same skillet, sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds.

  • Add bourbon, soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, ketchup, and red pepper flakes. Simmer 2 minutes.

  • Return chicken to pan, simmer 5–7 minutes.

  • Stir in cornstarch slurry, cook until sauce thickens.

  • Garnish and serve over rice or vegetables.

Notes

  • Substitute bourbon with apple juice for alcohol-free version.

  • Add steamed veggies for a one-pan meal.

  • Store leftovers in fridge up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months.

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