Bourbon Chicken Sandwich (2024)

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Everyone by now knows my love for bourbon and grilling. I enjoy combining the two together in my recipes. This time around, I made a bourbon chicken sandwich that was full of flavor and tenderness. A great summer bbq dinner option to enjoy good food and hopefully good weather.

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  • Step 1: How to grill the perfect chicken breast.
  • Step 2: How to make a homemade bourbon BBQ sauce.
  • Step 3: Time to assemble the Bourbon Chicken Sandwich.
  • Frequently Asked Questions:
  • Similar Recipe Ideas:
  • Bourbon Chicken Sandwich Recipe

Step 1: How to grill the perfect chicken breast.

Chicken breast are probably one of the hardest parts of the bird to grill. More than not, this piece of meat is over cooked making it dry. The secret is timing and temp.

First, start with lightly pounding the chicken breast in a ziplock bag. This process helps you shape the chicken into an even filet. Do not pound too hard as you’ll end up with thin chicken cutlets.

Next, apply some olive oil as the binder and season with your choice of BBQ all purpose rub. Season all sides and these are ready to hit the grill.

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Preheat the grill to 450 degrees and set for direct heat. Total cook time should be no longer than 10 minutes flipping the chicken halfway through the cook. Remove the grilled chicken breasts off the grill at 160 degrees internal temperature.

Let it rest for 10 minutes which will allow the meat to reach it’s final temp of 165 degrees and lock in all the wonderful juices creating a perfectly tender cut

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Step 2: How to make a homemade bourbon BBQ sauce.

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This homemade bourbon BBQ sauce is sweet, savory and what brings this whole dish together.

In a sauce pan add ketchup, brown sugar, bourbon of choice, worcestershire sauce, molasses, hot sauce, apple cider vinegar and more all purpose rub. Whisk the ingredients together over low heat. Bring it to a simmer and continue cooking until the sauce thickens. The heat will cook off any alcohol content from the bourbon making it safe to eat for children.

If you prefer to have a non alcoholic sauce, just use the same ingredients excluding the bourbon itself.

Step 3: Time to assemble the Bourbon Chicken Sandwich.

Now that the chicken has rested and sauce is made, it’s time to assemble. To really get the full impact of the sauce flavor, dunk the entire grilled chicken breast into the bourbon sauce making sure you get a nice thick coating throughout.

For the breading I used traditional sandwich buns. Start with adding the sauced up chicken breast and keep the rest of the ingredients simple. A little bit of red onion, butter lettuce and tomato is all you need to enjoy this mouth watering, full flavor bourbon chicken sandwich. Enjoy!

Frequently Asked Questions:

What can I use to replace the alcohol?

There are two things you can do to the recipe to avoid alcohol. First, you can replace it with apple cider vinegar or just avoid the ingredient all together.

Can I make this in the oven or stove top?

All my recipes can be replicated in the oven, stove top or gas grill. You do not need a big green egg or weber grill to replicate any of my recipes.

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Bourbon Chicken Sandwich

This bourbon chicken sandwich is full of flavor and tenderness. A great summer bbq dinner option enjoying the warm weather.

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Servings: 3 People

Ingredients

  • 3 Chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp All purpose rub
  • 3 Sandwich buns
  • 1 Red onion
  • 1 Tomato
  • 1 Butter lettuce

Bourbon Sauce Ingredients

  • 1 cup Ketchup
  • 1/2 cup Bourbon
  • 1/4 cup Molasses
  • 2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tbsp Brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp Hot sauce
  • 1 tbsp All purpose rub

Instructions

  • Start with lightly pounding the chicken breast in a ziplock bag. This process helps you shape the chicken into an even filet.

  • Apply some olive oil as the binder and season with your choice of BBQ all purpose rub. Season all sides.

  • Preheat the grill to 450 degrees and set for direct heat. Total cook time should be no longer than 10 minutes flipping the chicken halfway through the cook.Remove the grilled chicken breasts off the grill at 160 degrees internal temperature.

  • Let it rest for 10 minutes which will allow the meat to reach it's final temp of 165 degrees and lock in all the wonderful juices making them a perfectly tender cut.

  • In a sauce pan add ketchup, brown sugar, bourbonof choice, worcestershire sauce, molasses, hot sauce, apple cider vinegar andmore all purpose rub. Whisk the ingredients together over low heat.Bring it to a simmer and continue cooking until the sauce thickens.

  • Dunk the entire grilled chicken breast into the bourbon sauce making sure you get a nice thick coating throughout. Assemble the sandwich.

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I make easy meals that anyone can replicate at home. I’m not a professionally trained chef, just your average guy that likes to fire up the grill. So follow along and see what’s cooking today!

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FAQs

What is bourbon chicken sauce made of? ›

The main ingredients are simple: soy sauce, brown sugar, orange juice, ginger, garlic, rice vinegar, and, of course, bourbon. When combined, they create a delicious blend of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors. Bourbon chicken is a family favorite in our house, and I bet it will be in yours too.

Is there alcohol in bourbon chicken? ›

If you use bourbon in your sauce, some of the alcohol will cook off, and you'll be left with a little bourbon flavor. If you plan to make this dish for children, the residual alcohol content is something to consider. You would need to cook the sauce for at least three hours to remove all traces of alcohol.

Why is it called bourbon chicken? ›

The reason it is called"Bourbon Chicken " is because of a Restaurant on BOURBON STREET in Loisianna,that makes it. That recipe made it famous so famous that they could afford to share it!

Is bourbon chicken the same as teriyaki chicken? ›

Is bourbon chicken the same as teriyaki chicken? The two chicken dishes have a lot of similarities, both sauces use soy sauce as a key ingredient. But, at the end of the day, they are distinctly different. Bourbon chicken is an umami bomb that features sweet, nutty, toasty, and spiced notes.

What is bourbon sauce made of? ›

This sauce includes natural ketchup, bourbon, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, fresh orange juice, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste and liquid smoke. The liquid smoke is optional, but is essential for smoky bourbon bbq sauce!

Can kids eat bourbon chicken? ›

It is safe for kids to eat. The bourbon is primarily for flavor. If you want to make this dish without bourbon, you can add apple cider instead. It won't have the same flavor, of course, but it will still taste good.

Can kids eat bourbon barbecue sauce? ›

The alcohol will cook down and evaporate making it safe to eat by children.

Can I eat bourbon chicken while pregnant? ›

Does All the Alcohol Cook Out of Bourbon Chicken? Most of the alcohol does cook out of the sauce, but I recommend avoiding the recipe if you are concerned about having any consumption whatsoever (pregnancy, abstaining, etc.).

What is bourbon chicken called at Panda Express? ›

Panda's new Blazing Bourbon Chicken combines Southern American tradition with Taiwanese-style popcorn chicken, all amped up by the inclusion of "Hot Ones" spiciest sauce, Last Dab Apollo.

Is Crown Royal a whiskey or bourbon? ›

Specifically, Crown Royal is a Canadian whisky, and even though this technically uses a bourbon mashbill (64% corn, 31.5% rye, 4.5% malted barley), bourbon can only be made in America. Though the TTB originally approved the label, they reversed their decision and forced the brand to stop using the name 'Bourbon Mash'.

How long is bourbon chicken good for in the fridge? ›

Storing this bourbon chicken recipe:

This meal lasts for up to 4 days in the fridge. You can freeze it for up to 6 months! You can also save any extra sauce in the fridge for up to 6 days. Reheat this meal in the microwave OR on the stove.

Does the alcohol cook out of bourbon chicken? ›

That said, like most alcohol used in food, most of it boils off during the cooking process, leaving behind its sweet smoky flavor without the intoxicating side effects.

What kind of chicken is used at Chick Fil A? ›

Chick-fil-A sources real, whole, boneless breast of chicken with no added fillers, steroids or hormones, so its natural flavor shines. We're committed to serving chicken with No Antibiotics Important to Human Medicine (NAIHM).

What is Chinese bourbon chicken made of? ›

In a medium bowl whisk together the soy sauce, bourbon, apple cider vinegar, hoisin sauce, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, sesame oil and the cup of water. Set aside. Coat the chicken things in a little canola oil and season with garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.

What does Kentucky bourbon sauce taste like? ›

Cattlemen's® Kentucky Bourbon® BBQ Sauce blends the smooth flavors of oaky bourbon, sweet molasses and warm, signature spices with a thick and rich tomato paste for a bold and smoky sauce that delivers regional character and consistent performance to your recipes.

What is a substitute for bourbon sauce? ›

The 10 Best Bourbon Substitutes For Cooking
  • Vanilla extract. Aquarius Studio/Shutterstock. ...
  • Rum. Simonkr/Getty Images. ...
  • Brandy or cognac. Tuchkovo/Getty Images. ...
  • Peach nectar and apple cider vinegar. Anna Puzatykh/Shutterstock. ...
  • Dark beer. Gmvozd/Getty Images. ...
  • Scotch. Evgeny Karandaev/Shutterstock. ...
  • Almond extract. ...
  • Rye whiskey.
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What are the ingredients in Guy Fieri's bourbon BBQ sauce? ›

Tomato Puree (Water, Tomato Paste), Brown Sugar, Cane Sugar, Vinegar, Robust Molasses, Modified Cornstarch, Salt, Bourbon, Spices, Pineapple Juice (from Concentrate), Natural Hickory Smoke, Orange Juice (from Concentrate), Granulated Garlic, Granulated Onion, Xanthan Gum.

What does bourbon molasses sauce taste like? ›

This is one of those sauces that is jam-packed full of flavor and you don't wanna quit it. From the bits of onions to the deep molasses/brown sugar flavor and a splash of bourbon, this sauce is a thing of beauty.

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