{"id":1877,"date":"2026-02-19T22:42:09","date_gmt":"2026-02-19T22:42:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=1877"},"modified":"2026-02-19T22:43:56","modified_gmt":"2026-02-19T22:43:56","slug":"easy-bourbon-chicken","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/2026\/02\/19\/easy-bourbon-chicken\/","title":{"rendered":"\u00a0Easy Bourbon Chicken"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>\u00a0Easy Bourbon Chicken \u2013 Sweet, Sticky &amp; Delicious!<\/h1>\n<p>This Easy Bourbon Chicken is better than takeout and ready in just 30 minutes! Tender chicken coated in a rich, sweet, and savory sauce\u2014perfect served over fluffy white rice. A quick and budget-friendly weeknight dinner your family will love!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcdd Ingredients<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>4 large chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces and patted dry<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons sesame oil<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon black pepper<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon onion powder<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc cup apple juice (or bourbon, if available)<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc cup ketchup<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup soy sauce<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc cup water<\/li>\n<li>\u2154 cup brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon ground ginger<\/li>\n<li>3 teaspoons minced garlic<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon cornstarch<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon cornstarch (for thickening)<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc cup sliced green onions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>\u00a0Instructions<\/h2>\n<h3>Prepare the Chicken<\/h3>\n<p>Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels.<br \/>\nToss them in a bowl with black pepper, onion powder, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch. This helps create a light coating and allows the sauce to cling better.<\/p>\n<h3>\u00a0Cook the Chicken<\/h3>\n<p>Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.<br \/>\nAdd the chicken in a single layer (cook in batches if necessary).<br \/>\nCook for 6\u20138 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and fully cooked through.<br \/>\nRemove from the skillet and set aside.<\/p>\n<h3>Make the Sauce<\/h3>\n<p>In the same skillet (don\u2019t wipe it out\u2014those browned bits add flavor!):<\/p>\n<p>Add the minced garlic and saut\u00e9 for about 30 seconds until fragrant.<br \/>\nStir in apple juice (or bourbon), ketchup, soy sauce, water, brown sugar, and ground ginger.<br \/>\nBring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.<\/p>\n<h3>Thicken the Sauce<\/h3>\n<p>In a small bowl, mix 1 teaspoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water to create a slurry.<br \/>\nPour it into the sauce while stirring continuously.<br \/>\nLet it simmer for 2\u20133 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.<\/p>\n<h3>Combine<\/h3>\n<p>Return the cooked chicken to the skillet.<br \/>\nStir well to coat every piece in the sticky sauce.<br \/>\nSimmer for another 4\u20135 minutes until the chicken is fully coated and the sauce thickens to your liking.<\/p>\n<h2>\u00a0Serving Suggestions<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Serve hot over steamed white rice.<\/li>\n<li>Garnish with sliced green onions.<\/li>\n<li>Optional: sprinkle sesame seeds on top for extra flavor and texture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>\u00a0Tips<\/h2>\n<p>For a stronger flavor, use bourbon instead of apple juice.<br \/>\nAdd steamed broccoli or bell peppers to make it a complete meal.<br \/>\nStore leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Great for meal prep!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0Easy Bourbon Chicken \u2013 Sweet, Sticky &amp; Delicious! 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