Paleo Bourbon Chicken
Dive into the savory goodness of Paleo Bourbon Chicken, a wholesome twist on the classic takeout favorite! This recipe features tender, bite-sized pieces of boneless chicken thighs simmered in a rich, slightly sweet, and tangy sauce made from clean, paleo-friendly ingredients like coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, and honey. Garlic powder and ground ginger add layers of warmth and flavor, while a touch of arrowroot powder ensures the sauce is perfectly thickened without any refined starches. Ready in just 40 minutes, this dish is a quick and easy crowd-pleaser, perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Garnished with fresh green onions and served with cauliflower rice, this gluten-free, grain-free meal is a flavorful and satisfying way to stick to your paleo lifestyle.
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Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 0.5 cup coconut aminos
- 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 cup honey
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 stalks green onions
- 2 tablespoons arrowroot powder
- 2 tablespoons water
Directions
Step 1
Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, mix together coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, honey, chicken broth, garlic powder, ground ginger, sea salt, and black pepper to make the sauce. Set aside.
Step 3
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 4
Once the chicken is browned, pour the prepared sauce over the chicken in the skillet. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has reduced slightly.
Step 5
While the chicken is cooking, chop the green onions into thin slices.
Step 6
To thicken the sauce, mix the arrowroot powder with water in a small bowl until smooth. Gradually stir this mixture into the skillet with the chicken and sauce.
Step 7
Continue to simmer for another 3-5 minutes, until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
Step 8
Garnish the dish with the chopped green onions before serving.
Step 9
Serve hot with cauliflower rice or a side of your choice for a complete Paleo meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1207.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1454.0 |
| Total Fat 70.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 577.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4164.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 93.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 74.1g | |
| Protein 106.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 125.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1617.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories