Bourbon Chicken

Ingredients

• 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• ¼ cup bourbon
• ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
• ¼ cup light brown sugar, packed
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon water

Optional garnishes:

• Sliced green onions, sesame seeds, lime wedges

Instructions

1. Season chicken pieces with salt and black pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add chicken and sear until browned on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. (The chicken does not need to be cooked through at this point; it will continue cooking.)
3. Meanwhile, combine the bourbon, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic and ginger in a bowl and whisk until well combined and the sugar is dissolved.
4. Add the sauce to the pan and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
5. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch and water. Add the mixture to the pan and cook for another 2 minutes, until the sauce is slightly thickened.
6. Serve chicken immediately with sauce drizzled on top and any desired garnishes.