Delicious Bourbon Chicken Glaze
Elevate your chicken dishes with the irresistibly rich and flavorful "Delicious Bourbon Chicken Glaze." This quick and easy glaze combines the bold notes of bourbon, the savory depth of soy sauce, and the caramel-like sweetness of brown sugar and honey, perfectly balanced with a tangy hint of apple cider vinegar and a kick of crushed red pepper flakes. Enhanced by aromatic minced garlic and ground ginger, this versatile sauce thickens beautifully with cornstarch for a silky finish, making it ideal for brushing over grilled, baked, or pan-seared chicken. Ready in just 15 minutes, this mouthwatering glaze is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it alongside steamed rice or your favorite roasted vegetables for a truly unforgettable meal. Don't forget to save the extra glaze—it doubles as a dipping sauce and keeps beautifully in the fridge!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.25 cup Bourbon
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine bourbon, soy sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, honey, minced garlic, ground ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir well to combine all the ingredients.
Allow the mixture to come to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch and water together until smooth to create a slurry.
Gradually add the cornstarch slurry to the simmering glaze while whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the glaze thickens to your desired consistency.
Taste the glaze and adjust sweetness or seasoning if needed. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Brush the glaze over cooked chicken or use it as a dipping sauce. It pairs wonderfully with grilled, baked, or pan-seared chicken.
Store any leftover glaze in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Reheat gently before use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
624 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2331 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 120.2 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 105.3 g | ||
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 98 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 402 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
