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Food Court Bourbon Chicken Copycat

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Enjoy this Food Court Bourbon Chicken Copycat recipe that delivers savory comfort with easy prep and clean up, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pounds Chicken Thighs Juicy and tender, preferred for flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Bourbon Can replace with apple juice.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Opt for low-sodium if preferred.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Can swap with honey or maple syrup.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh for best taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Minced, fresh preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Thickens the sauce.
For Serving
  • 2 cups Rice Serve over fluffy rice.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds For garnish.
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Sliced for garnish.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season lightly with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir-fry the chicken pieces for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Combine bourbon, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and ginger in a bowl. Whisk until brown sugar dissolves completely.
  4. Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet, stir to coat, and simmer gently for about a minute.
  5. Mix cornstarch with a few tablespoons of water to create a slurry, then stir into the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  6. Serve hot over rice and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; freeze for longer storage.

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