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Food Court Bourbon Chicken Copycat

Savory Food Court Bourbon Chicken Copycat for Home Chefs

Recreate the beloved Food Court Bourbon Chicken Copycat with juicy chicken and a glossy sauce for a delightful dinner experience.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs (or Chicken Breasts) Juicy, tender meat.
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium preferred.
  • 1/2 cup Apple Juice (or Bourbon) Liquid base.
  • 1/3 cup Brown Sugar Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor enhancement.
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger Grated; optional.
For Thicker Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Thickener mixed with cold water.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil For cooking.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Food Court Bourbon Chicken Copycat
  1. Cut the chicken thighs (or breasts) into bite-sized pieces, about 1-inch cubes.
  2. In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add chicken pieces and sauté for 5–7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  3. Whisk together soy sauce, apple juice, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a bowl.
  4. Pour the prepared sauce over cooked chicken, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10–15 minutes.
  5. Mix cornstarch with cold water to create a slurry, then stir into simmering sauce until thickened.
  6. Serve the Bourbon Chicken over rice or noodles, garnished with green onions or sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Consider marinating the chicken for extra flavor and substituting proteins or vegetables as desired.

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