Sticky Bourbon Chicken
A delicious and easy-to-make dish featuring diced chicken in a sweet and savory bourbon sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup brown sugar Adjust sweetness to taste
- 1/4 cup soy sauce Use low sodium if preferred
- 1/4 cup bourbon Alcohol will cook off during preparation
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Adjust garlic to taste
- 1/2 tsp ginger, minced Fresh ginger is recommended
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar Adds acidity to balance the sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch Optional for thickening the sauce
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil For cooking the chicken
- 2 green onions, sliced For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, mix together the brown sugar, soy sauce, bourbon, minced garlic, minced ginger, and apple cider vinegar to create the sauce.
Cooking
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and bring to a simmer.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix the cornstarch with a little water and add it to the skillet, stirring well.
- Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.