Cajun Bourbon Chicken Bites
Turn up the heat at your dinner table with these irresistible Cajun Bourbon Chicken Bites! Perfectly seared chicken breast is marinated in bold Cajun seasoning, then tossed in a smoky, sweet bourbon glaze made with brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, and a hint of heat from hot sauce. The bourbon-infused sauce caramelizes beautifully, coating each savory bite with a sticky, flavor-packed finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or as an appetizer that’s sure to impress. Serve these chicken bites over fluffy rice for a satisfying meal, or let them shine as a shareable party snack—don’t forget the garnish of fresh green onions for a pop of color and flavor! Keywords: Cajun Bourbon Chicken Bites, easy chicken appetizer, bold Cajun flavors, sweet and savory glaze, quick chicken recipes.
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Ingredients
- 2 large (about 1 pound) Chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Bourbon
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Hot sauce
- 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) Green onions
Directions
Step 1
Dice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and pat them dry using paper towels.
Step 2
In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. Set aside to marinate for 10 minutes.
Step 3
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 4
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to medium. In the same skillet, add the bourbon and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Step 6
Stir in brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, and hot sauce. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 7
Return the cooked chicken bites to the skillet and toss them in the sauce until fully coated. Allow them to cook for another 1-2 minutes for the flavors to meld together.
Step 8
Transfer the Cajun Bourbon Chicken Bites to a serving plate and garnish with chopped green onions.
Step 9
Serve warm as an appetizer or over rice for a satisfying meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1066.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1799.8 |
| Total Fat 60.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 12.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 7.1g | |
| Cholesterol 780.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6784.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 25.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.9g | |
| Protein 256.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 162.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2732.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories