"This Easy Sticky Bourbon Chicken is sweet, tangy, slightly spicy, and oh so delicious! Taking only 30 minutes or less from start to finish, this easy dinner is both simple and quick! A tasty homemade takeout that the whole family will enjoy...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 1/2 - 2 lb (680 - 900 g) boneless chicken breasts, (cut into bite-size pieces)
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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2 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons (20 – 30 g) cornstarch, (divided)
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4 tablespoons (60 ml) canola or vegetable oil
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2 teaspoons water
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Sliced fresh green onion for garnishing ((optional))
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4 garlic cloves, (minced)
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1/4 cup (60 ml) apple juice
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1/4 cup (60 ml) bourbon
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1/2 cup (120 ml) water
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1/3 cup (80 ml) soy sauce
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1/3 cup (67 g) brown sugar
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1 tablespoon (15 ml) apple cider vinegar
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2 tablespoons (40 g) ketchup
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1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger ((1 teaspoon dried ginger can be substituted))
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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1/8 – 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes ((optional))