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To make easy bourbon chicken, you need a few key ingredients. This dish is simple yet full of flavor. The main protein is boneless chicken thighs. They stay juicy and absorb flavors well. For the marinade, you will need soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar. These three ingredients create the base of the bourbon chicken sauce recipe.

Easy Bourbon Chicken

Craving a quick and tasty dinner? Try this Easy Bourbon Chicken recipe that’s bursting with flavor and ready in just 30 minutes! With simple ingredients like chicken thighs, soy sauce, and a delightful marinade, you'll impress everyone at the table. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep! Don't miss out on transforming your cooking experience.
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Ingredients
  

1 lb boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

1/4 cup soy sauce

1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

3 tablespoons brown sugar

1 tablespoon honey

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon ginger, minced

1 teaspoon sesame oil

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1/4 cup green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Steamed rice (for serving)

Instructions
 

In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, honey, minced garlic, minced ginger, and sesame oil to create the marinade.

    Add the bite-sized chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).

      Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken (reserve the marinade) and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes or until the chicken is browned and cooked through.

        Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet with the cooked chicken, bringing it to a simmer. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

          Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.

            Serve the Bourbon-Style Chicken over a bed of steamed rice.

              Prep Time: 10 min | Total Time: 50 min | Servings: 4

                - Presentation Tips: Serve in a deep bowl with the chicken piled high over the rice and drizzle some extra sauce on top. Add a side of steamed vegetables for a pop of color.