Low Sodium Bourbon Chicken
Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of Low Sodium Bourbon Chicken, a lighter twist on the classic takeout favorite! This recipe combines tender, bite-sized chicken thighs with a sweet and savory glaze made from low sodium soy sauce, bourbon, brown sugar, and a hint of apple cider vinegar. Balanced with the warmth of fresh ginger, garlic, and a touch of red pepper flakes, this dish offers bold flavor while keeping salt levels in check. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s the perfect weeknight dinner that feels like a gourmet treat. Serve it over fluffy rice or crisp steamed vegetables and garnish with fresh green onions for a restaurant-quality meal in your own kitchen. Perfect for those seeking a lower-sodium alternative without sacrificing taste, this recipe hits all the right notes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 0.25 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 0.25 cup bourbon
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season with black pepper.
Place the chicken pieces in a bowl, add the cornstarch, and toss to coat evenly.
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the coated chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes. Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
In the same skillet, add low sodium chicken broth, low sodium soy sauce, bourbon, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Allow the sauce to simmer for about 5 minutes until it begins to thicken slightly.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to coat the chicken pieces in the sauce. Simmer for another 3-5 minutes until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency and the chicken is heated through.
Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Serve the low sodium bourbon chicken over cooked rice or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2189 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.7 g | 130% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.2 g | 121% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 850 mg | 284% | |
| Sodium | 3209 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.4 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 72.1 g | ||
| Protein | 185.7 g | 371% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 216 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2214 mg | 47% | |
*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.
