0.45lbboneless, skinless chicken thighscut into bite-sized pieces
1large egg
0.5cupall-purpose flour
0.25cupcornstarch
0.5teaspoonsalt
0.25teaspoonblack pepper
3tablespoonsvegetable oilfor frying
For the Bourbon Sauce:
0.5cupbourbon
0.5cupwater
0.25cupsoy sauce
0.25cupbrown sugarpacked
2tablespoonsketchup
1tablespoonhoney
0.5teaspoongarlic powder
0.25teaspoonground ginger
1tablespooncornstarchmixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
Instructions
Preparation Steps
In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg, flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken pieces and toss to coat evenly.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the coated chicken in batches and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per batch. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside on a plate lined with paper towels.
In a small saucepan, combine bourbon, water, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, honey, garlic powder, and ginger. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved.
Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
Return the fried chicken to the skillet. Pour the bourbon sauce over the chicken and toss to coat. Cook for another minute until heated through.
Serve hot, typically over white rice. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
This Bourbon Chicken is a crowd-pleaser and can be customized with your favorite spices. Ensure the bourbon is cooked off sufficiently if serving to children.