Best 2 Cajun Cafes Bourbon Chicken From The Mall Recipes

Craving that sweet, tangy, and savory Cajun Cafe's bourbon chicken from the mall? With the right recipe, you can easily recreate this delectable dish in the comfort of your own kitchen. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this article will guide you through the steps, ingredients, and cooking techniques needed to achieve that authentic Cajun Cafe flavor. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you licking your fingers and craving more!

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CAJUN CAFE'S BOURBON CHICKEN (FROM THE MALL) RECIPE - (4.6/5)

Cajun Cafe's Bourbon Chicken (From The Mall) Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by kimvess

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 pound chicken leg or thigh meat, cut in bite size chunks
4 ounces soy sauce
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon powdered ginger
2 tablespoons dried minced onion
1/2 cup Jim Beam Bourbon Whiskey
2 tablespoons white wine

Steps:

Mix soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, powdered ginger, dried minced onion, whiskey and white wine together and pour over chicken pieces in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate (stirring often) for several hours (best overnight). Bake chicken at 350°F. for one hour in a single layer with the marinade, basting every 10 minutes. Remove chicken. Scrape pan juices with all the brown bits into a frying pan. Heat, and add 2 tablespoons white wine. Stir and add chicken. Cook for 1 minute and serve.

CAJUN BOURBON CHICKEN BITES

Cajun Bourbon Chicken Bites image

This is a copycat recipe for the cajun chicken bites served in the food court in some malls. My family loves it. The prep time does not include the marinade time.

Provided by PanNan

Categories Chicken

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs (I think breast meat is too dry for this recipe) or 1 lb other boneless skinless chicken pieces, cut in bite-size chunks (I think breast meat is too dry for this recipe)
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon powdered ginger
2 tablespoons dried onion flakes
1/2 cup Bourbon (like Jim Beam)
2 tablespoons white wine

Steps:

Mix all the marinade ingredients, except white wine, in a zip lock bag.
Put chicken pieces in the bag.
Refrigerate at least several hours (preferably overnight).
Bake chicken at 350 F for one hour in a single layer, basting with marinade every 10 minutes.
Remove chicken.
Scrape pan juices with all the brown bits and pour into a skillet.
Add any remaining marinade and add 2 tbsp white wine to the skillet.
Heat and add chicken.
Boil for one minute and serve over cooked rice, or as an appetizer with individual toothpicks in each piece of chicken.

Tips:

Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and ensure that you don't forget anything.

Use a large skillet or Dutch oven: This will give you plenty of room to cook the chicken and vegetables without overcrowding the pan.

Sear the chicken in batches: If you try to cook all of the chicken at once, it will steam instead of sear. Sear the chicken in batches until it is browned on all sides.

Use a good quality bourbon: The bourbon you use will make a big difference in the flavor of the dish. Choose a bourbon that you enjoy drinking neat.

Don't boil the sauce: Bring the sauce to a simmer and then reduce the heat to low. Simmer the sauce for at least 15 minutes, or until it has thickened slightly.

Serve the chicken with rice or your favorite side dish: Bourbon chicken is traditionally served with rice, but you can also serve it with noodles, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.

Conclusion:

Bourbon chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. Serve it with rice or your favorite side dish, and enjoy!