Bourbon Chicken Skillet

Name: Bourbon Chicken Skillet
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb boneless; 1 tbsp vegetable oil; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1 tbsp Cornstarch; 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar; 2 tbsp bourbon; 1 tbsp hoisin sauce; 1 tbsp garlic; 1 tsp ground ginger; 1 tbsp Cornstarch; 2 tbsp water; 0 Cooked Rice; 0 green onions; 0 Sesame seeds

This easy Bourbon Chicken Skillet is a better-than-takeout dinner made in just 30 minutes. Juicy chicken is cooked in a rich, sweet, and savory bourbon sauce all in one pan—perfect for busy weeknights and family-friendly meals.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Servings: 4 servings

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Ingredients

1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp Cornstarch
1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/2 cup brown sugar packed
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp bourbon or apple juice if omitting alcohol
1 tbsp hoisin sauce
1 tbsp garlic minced
1 tsp ground ginger
1 tbsp Cornstarch
2 tbsp water
Cooked rice
Sliced green onions
Sesame seeds

Method

In a medium bowl, toss the chicken pieces with 1 tablespoon cornstarch and ¼ teaspoon black pepper to coat evenly.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, bourbon, hoisin, garlic, and ginger.
Add the sauce mixture to the same skillet and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
In a separate small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water. Stir into the simmering sauce.
Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
Return cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to coat in the sauce. Cook for another 1 or 2 minutes until heated through.
Serve over rice and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, if desired. Enjoy!