Bourbon Chicken Salad Recipe
Chicken, mixed greens, smoked cheese, bacon, red onion, bourbon sauce.
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Bourbon Sauce
Method
Prepare the Bourbon Sauce
- 1
Combine Ingredients
In a medium saucepan, combine bourbon, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- 2
Thicken the Sauce
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Slowly add to the saucepan while stirring continuously. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Assemble the Salad
- 3
Prepare the Salad Base
In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, diced chicken, sliced red onion, shredded smoked cheese, and crumbled bacon.
- 4
Add the Sauce
Drizzle the cooled bourbon sauce over the salad ingredients. Toss gently to combine, ensuring everything is well coated with the sauce.
- 5
Serve
Divide the salad among serving plates and enjoy immediately.