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Bourbon Chicken With Soy Hoisin Glaze

Name: Bourbon Chicken With Soy Hoisin Glaze
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs; Onion powder, to taste; Garlic powder, to taste; All-purpose seasoning, to taste; 2 tbsp butter; 1 tsp roasted garlic base; 1/2 cup soy sauce; 1/2 cup hoisin sauce; 2 tbsp bourbon; 1/4 cup dark brown sugar; 1 tsp ground ginger; Cooked white rice, for serving; 2 tbsp green onions, sliced

Bourbon Chicken With Soy Hoisin Glaze is a nostalgic food-court favorite featuring tender grilled chicken thighs coated in a glossy, umami-rich sauce that balances bourbon warmth, salty soy, sweet hoisin, and brown sugar.

🌍American 🏷️Bourbon chicken 🏷️Chicken thighs 🏷️Food court style 🏷️Sweet and savory Asian-fusion

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Total

35 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$25–$41

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Ingredients

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Onion powder, to taste
Garlic powder, to taste
All-purpose seasoning, to taste
2 tbsp butter
1 tsp roasted garlic base
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup hoisin sauce
2 tbsp bourbon
1/4 cup dark brown sugar
1 tsp ground ginger
Cooked white rice, for servingoptional
2 tbsp green onions, slicedoptional

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Instructions

1
Season the chicken thighs generously on both sides with onion powder, garlic powder, and all-purpose seasoning.
2
Place the seasoned chicken on a hot griddle or grill pan.
3
Cook for about 7 minutes per side, until cooked through and well-charred.
4
Remove the chicken from the griddle, let it rest for a few minutes, and then cut it into bite-sized strips.
5
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
6
Add the roasted garlic base and stir it into the melted butter.
7
Pour in the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and bourbon.
8
Add the dark brown sugar and ground ginger. Stir everything together until the sugar is dissolved.
9
Bring the sauce to a bubbling simmer.
10
Add the sliced chicken back into the skillet with the sauce and toss to coat.
11
Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for about 10 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the chicken.
12
Serve the bourbon chicken over a bed of white rice and garnish with sliced green onions, if desired.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Slice the chicken thighs after grilling but before adding to the sauce—this reduces simmering time and ensures even coating.
Use a combination of garlic powder and roasted garlic base rather than fresh garlic to prevent burning and keep the sauce smooth.
Simmer uncovered on medium heat to allow the sauce to reduce and thicken without overcooking the chicken.
Don't skip browning the chicken first—it creates fond that deepens the sauce flavor.

Substitutions

Roasted garlic base → 2 cloves fresh minced garlic mixed into melted butter (add after simmering begins to prevent scorching)
Hoisin sauce → oyster sauce (use 1:1 ratio; slightly less sweet, more savory)
Bourbon → brandy or whiskey (same volume; bourbon adds caramel notes, alternatives are drier)
Dark brown sugar → light brown sugar or honey (reduce to 3 tbsp honey for less sweetness)

Storage & make-ahead

Store cooled chicken and sauce in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until warmed through.

Common Questions

Can I use chicken breasts instead of thighs?

Yes, but thighs stay more moist during simmering. If using breasts, reduce the simmer time to avoid drying them out.

How much bourbon actually cooks off?

Most of the alcohol evaporates during simmering, leaving behind the bourbon's caramel and oak notes without a strong alcohol taste.

Can I make this ahead?

Yes. Cook the chicken and sauce, cool, refrigerate up to 3 days, and reheat gently over medium-low heat before serving.

What's the roasted garlic base for?

It's a concentrated seasoning paste that adds deep garlic flavor without overpowering the sauce. Minced fresh garlic mixed with butter works as a substitute.