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Bourbon Chicken with Broccoli Rice (Double Sauce)

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

  • Boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • Salt pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika
  • Cornstarch for a light crisp edge
  • Hoisin sauce low-sodium soy sauce
  • Butter fresh garlic & ginger
  • Brown sugar for sweetness
  • Bourbon whiskey or apple juice + vinegar for alcohol-free
  • Apple cider vinegar for balance
  • Cornstarch slurry to thicken
  • Optional red-pepper flakes for gentle heat
  • Long-grain white rice
  • Fresh broccoli florets
  • Pinch of salt and butter for flavor

Instructions

  • Cook the Broccoli Rice: Simmer rice until almost tender, then scatter chopped broccoli florets on top for the last few minutes of cooking. Fluff to mix.
  • Pan-Fry the Chicken: Season and lightly dust chicken with cornstarch. Sear in a hot skillet until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
  • Make the Sauce: In the same pan, melt butter, sauté garlic and ginger, then whisk in hoisin, soy, brown sugar, bourbon, and vinegar. Simmer until glossy, finishing with the cornstarch slurry.
  • Combine & Serve: Toss chicken in the hot sauce just before serving so it stays juicy with a slight sear. Spoon over broccoli rice, drizzle extra sauce, and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.