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Chicken and Shrimp Recipe
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Applebee's bourbon chicken and shrimp recipe is a favorite for people who love bold, sizzling flavors.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Dinner/Lunch
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground cloves
  • ¼ cup apple juice or cider
  • ¼ tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • ¼ tsp crushed red pepper
  • ⅓ cup light brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup soy sauce
  • ½ cup cold water
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tbsp white vinegar
  • ½ cup bourbon
  • 2-3 tbsp Cajun seasoning

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, season the diced chicken with your preferred Cajun spice. Set aside.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the cinnamon, ground cloves, apple juice/cider, grated ginger, minced garlic, dry crushed red pepper, light brown sugar, soy sauce, ketchup, water, vinegar, and bourbon in a bowl. This will be your bourbon sauce. Set aside.
  • In a large cast-iron or heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp of butter. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until it turns light golden.
  • Add the shrimp and saute for 3-5 minutes, until they are no longer pink. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside in a bowl or plate.
  • To the same skillet used for the shrimp, turn the heat to high and heat the olive oil. Cook the seasoned chicken for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to brown on all sides. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  • To the skillet, add the bourbon sauce and bring to a simmer. Let the sauce simmer for about 5-10 minutes, until it has reduced by about 1/2, stirring occasionally.
  • After about 5 minutes, add the chicken back to the pan and stir to evenly coat. Let the chicken cook for about 5 more minutes, or until cooked through.
  • In the final minute of cooking, add the shrimp back to the pan and toss to coat with the sauce.
  • Remove from the heat and serve over rice or with your favorite sides.

Notes

  • You can use chicken thighs for a tastier and more tender result.
  • A quick sear gives a fried taste without deep frying.
  • Serve with white rice to soak up the delicious bourbon chicken sauce.