Bourbon Chicken
Bourbon Chicken delivers 37g protein and 545 calories per serving in just 4 portions—a concentrated dinner option for serious lifters. This quick stovetop dish cooks in one pan, cutting cleanup and total active time. Choose this when you need a single-meal solution that covers half your daily protein target without leftover fatigue.
Ingredients
- •Soy Sauce, Low Sodium(60g)
- •1/4 cup bourbon (anything good enough to mix into a cocktail (Bulleit is my go-to))
- •Maple syrup(30g)
- •Brown sugar(30g)
- •Vinegar, Apple Cider(15g)
- •Garlic(20g)
- •Ginger, Fresh Root(15g)
- •Cornstarch(20g)
- •1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- •Chicken Thigh, Boneless Skinless(680g)
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •Canola oil(23g)
- •Green Onion (Scallion)(80g)
- •Rice, Brown, Long-Grain(480g)
Instructions
- 1Place the chicken in a medium bowl. Sprinkle 2 teaspoons cornstarch over the top, then with a spoon, stir to evenly coat the chicken in the cornstarch.
- 2In a separate bowl or liquid measuring cup, stir together the soy sauce, bourbon, maple syrup, brown sugar, vinegar, garlic, ginger, black pepper, and remaining 2 teaspoons cornstarch.
- 3In a large, deep skillet, heat the oil over medium high heat on the stove top. Once the oil is hot and shimmering, carefully add the chicken, breaking apart any pieces that stick together. Brown on all sides, stirring every so often, until the chicken is golden and cooked through.
- 4Add the bourbon sauce. Cooking, stirring often, until the sauce is glossy and thickened, 2 to 4 minutes (you'll still have plenty of extra sauce, ideal for spooning over the rice). Stir in the green onions. Serve hot over rice, with additional green onions sprinkled on top.
Nutrition — Per Serving
545
calories
37g
protein
20g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 56g
- Saturated fat
- 3.3g
- Sodium
- 654 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 0.8g
4 servings per batch · ~363g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Bourbon Chicken have per serving?
Each serving delivers 37g of protein and 545 calories, with 20g fat and 56g carbs. This balanced macro profile makes it one of the most versatile dinner options for both muscle gain and maintenance phases.
How long does Bourbon Chicken take to prep?
Marked as quick prep and yielding 4 servings, you can have four dinners prepared on the stovetop in a single session. Quick prep typically means 20-30 minutes total for stovetop chicken recipes.
Is Bourbon Chicken good for muscle gain?
At 37g protein and 545 calories per serving with 56g carbs, this recipe directly supports muscle gain by delivering solid protein alongside carbohydrates for post-workout recovery. The macros align with a building-phase dinner protocol.
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