Food Court Bourbon Chicken Copycat
Experience the savory delight of homemade Food Court Bourbon Chicken with this easy copycat recipe that brings the vibrant flavors of your favorite food court dish right to your kitchen. In just 35 minutes, you can prepare a tender and flavorful chicken dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. The secret lies in a mouthwatering sauce made from soy sauce, ginger, and brown sugar, providing a sweet and savory kick that everyone will love. Pair it with rice, noodles, or even create wraps for a versatile meal option that will impress family and friends alike!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 LB skinless chicken thighs
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 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.
- In a bowl, mix ground ginger, garlic powder, black pepper, soy sauce, apple juice, water, rice vinegar, and brown sugar.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; add chicken and cook until browned (8-10 minutes).
- Pour marinade over chicken; bring to boil then simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
- Gradually add cornstarch mixture to thicken the sauce while stirring.
- Serve over rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 70mg