Smoky Bourbon Glazed Chicken combines the rich flavors of Cajun and Asian cuisines into a mouthwatering dish that will please your taste buds. Tender pieces of chicken are seared and tossed in a sweet and smoky bourbon sauce, perfect for serving over rice or noodles.
Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. In a mixing bowl, combine chicken with water, 1 teaspoon soy sauce, and 2 teaspoons cornstarch. Mix well and let marinate for 15 minutes.
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In a small bowl, mix together remaining 2 tablespoons soy sauce, dark soy sauce, rice vinegar, dark brown sugar, chicken broth, sesame oil, and white pepper to create the sauce. Set aside.
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Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add chicken and sear for 1 minute on each side, then transfer seared chicken to a plate.
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Reduce heat to medium and add ginger, garlic, and chopped onion to the wok. Cook for 20 seconds, or until onion is translucent.
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Pour bourbon into the wok and deglaze, scraping up any browned bits. Allow to cook for 30 seconds.
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Add the sauce mixture to the wok and bring to a simmer. Return the chicken to the wok and cook until the sauce thickens.
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In a separate small bowl, mix together remaining 2 teaspoons cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water to create a slurry. Gradually stir in the slurry to the chicken and sauce and cook until thickened to desired consistency.
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Remove the ginger slice, if desired. Stir in chopped scallions and serve Smoky Bourbon Glazed Chicken over steamed white rice or noodles.