Food Court Bourbon Chicken Copycat Recipe
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Food Court Bourbon Chicken Copycat Recipe, a dish that captures the essence of your favorite food court meals right at home! This quick and easy recipe features tender chicken thighs enveloped in a rich, savory sauce that masterfully balances sweet and tangy notes. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers, it can be served over fluffy rice or noodles, making it a versatile and family-friendly option. Whether you’re cooking for kids or entertaining guests, this dish is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American Chinese
Ingredients
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- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 LB chicken thighs, skinless
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/3 Cup soy sauce
- 1/3 Cup apple juice or cranberry juice
- 1/2 Cup water
- 1 Tbsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 Cup brown sugar
- 1 Tbsp cornstarch dissolved in 3 Tbsp cold water
Instructions
- Cut chicken thighs into 1-inch pieces and remove excess fat.
- In a small bowl, mix ground ginger, black pepper, soy sauce, apple juice (or cranberry juice), water, garlic powder, rice vinegar, and brown sugar. Set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned (8-10 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes.
- Stir in the cornstarch mixture until the sauce thickens.
- Serve over rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 5 oz (140g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 100mg