Mall Memories at Home: Spicy Bourbon Chicken Recipe!

bourbon

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds acidity without the alcohol.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based option; chicken thighs are more economical.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola is often cheaper.

Heat a large skillet over medium to medium-high heat and add grape seed oil.

Season 2 lbs of boneless skinless chicken thighs with garlic powder, onion powder, signature seasoning, and ginger paste. Mix well to coat the chicken.

Place the seasoned chicken thighs in the skillet, laying them away from you to avoid splatter. Press down to help sear.

Cook the chicken for about 7 to 8 minutes on each side until nicely charred and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add 1 cup of diced onions and cook for about 4 to 5 minutes until softened.

In a bowl, combine 1 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup apple juice, 1/2 cup bourbon, crushed red pepper flakes, garlic powder, onion powder, soy sauce, and honey. Whisk together.

Pour the bourbon sauce into the skillet with the onions and bring to a low boil. Reduce heat and let simmer for 10 to 15 minutes until the sauce thickens and reduces by half.

Make a cornstarch slurry by mixing equal parts cornstarch and water (1.5 tablespoons each). Add this to the sauce to thicken it further.

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.

Serve the bourbon chicken over rice, garnished with green onions and a drizzle of sriracha.

Cooking Techniques

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