Description
Easy Bourbon Chicken is a quick and delicious dish that transforms tender chicken pieces into a savory-sweet experience, thanks to a rich bourbon sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe combines the flavors of soy sauce, brown sugar, and garlic for a mouthwatering meal that can be served over rice or noodles. In just 30 minutes, you’ll have a satisfying dinner that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 breasts)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince the garlic.
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, bourbon, and rice vinegar. Add chicken pieces and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté marinated chicken until golden brown and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
- Remove the chicken from the pan while keeping it warm. Pour leftover marinade into the skillet and simmer until thickened (3-5 minutes).
- Return chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce.
- Serve over steamed rice or noodles with extra sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 204g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For a non-alcoholic version, substitute bourbon with apple juice or a mixture of vinegar and water. Adding vegetables like bell peppers can enhance flavor and nutrition.