Food Court Bourbon Chicken Copycat Recipe
Indulge in the delightful flavors of the Food Court Bourbon Chicken Copycat Recipe, a perfect dish for family gatherings or casual weeknight dinners. This savory chicken dish is coated in a sweet and tangy sauce that balances perfectly with tender chicken. Simple to prepare and quick to cook, this recipe allows you to bring the taste of your favorite food court meals right into your home. Customize it with various fruit juices, and serve it over rice or noodles for a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 LB skinless chicken thighs
- 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 the chicken thighs into 1-inch pieces, removing excess fat.
- In a small bowl, mix ginger, garlic powder, black pepper, soy sauce, apple juice or cranberry juice, water, rice vinegar, and brown sugar; set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned (8-10 minutes).
- Pour in the sauce mixture and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes.
- Stir in cornstarch mixture to thicken the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg