Sticky Bourbon Chicken Skewers
Sticky Bourbon Chicken Skewers are irresistibly glazed, tender, and perfectly balanced with sweet, smoky, and savory notes. Whether shared as party appetizers or served as a main dish, they’re guaranteed to impress and bring people together with every bite.
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Mixing Bowl
- Tongs
- Wooden Skewers
- Grill Pan or Skillet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs cut into strips
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup bourbon
- wooden skewers soaked in water before using
Instructions
- Cut the chicken thighs into strips and thread onto soaked wooden skewers.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, and bourbon until smooth and glossy.
- Pour the sauce into a wide saucepan and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Let it reduce slightly for deeper flavor.
- Place the chicken skewers into the sauce, turning them to coat all sides. Cook for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and the sauce is thick and sticky.
- Remove skewers and spoon any remaining sauce into a bowl for dipping. Let rest for a minute before serving for the glaze to set.
- Optional: Marinate the chicken in the sauce and refrigerate for up to 1 week or freeze up to 3 months in advance. Thaw before cooking.
Notes
For thicker glaze, whisk in a quick cornstarch slurry (1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tsp water) during simmering. Works great with other proteins too — pork, tofu, or steak.
Nutrition
Calories: 390kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 450mgSugar: 17gVitamin A: 45IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.3mg
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