Spicy Bourbon Chicken Pizza Recipe
This spicy bourbon chicken pizza recipe is the fusion of two takeout favorites, with ingredients like chicken, hoisin, and cheese combining deliciously.
Bourbon Chicken is a popular takeout dish at American Chinese spots. Although its roots are unclear, everyone agrees that the first bourbon chicken recipe came out of New Orleans, blending together Cajun and Chinese flavors into one dish that has endured throughout the years. It's sweet, spicy, and umami flavors pair perfectly with pizza, making this fusion a match made in takeout classic heaven.
Use sauces like Lee Kum Kee Hoisin Sauce and Sriracha Chili Sauce to add that blend of sweet and spicy effortlessly, while toppings like bell peppers and onions complete the entire stir-fry ensemble.
What You Will Need
Ingredients
- 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
- 1 Tbsp. cornstarch
- 1 Tbsp .neutral oil
- 1 cup green bell pepper, sliced
- ½ cup yellow onion, sliced
- 1 prepared pizza dough (12–14 inch round)
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 Tbsp. chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
Sauce Mix
- 2 Tbsp. Lee Kum Kee Hoisin Sauce
- 1 Tbsp. Lee Kum Kee Panda Brand Oyster Flavored Sauce
- 1 Tbsp. Lee Kum Kee Sriracha Chili Sauce (or more for extra heat)
- 1 Tbsp. Lee Kum Kee Premium Soy Sauce
- 1 tsp. Lee Kum Kee Seasoned Rice Vinegar
- 1 tsp. Lee Kum Kee Minced Garlic
- 1 tsp. Lee Kum Kee Minced Ginger
- ¼ cup bourbon
- 2 Tbsp. brown sugar
- 1 tsp. cornstarch mixed with 1 Tbsp. water (slurry)
Made with
Lee Kum Kee products
How to make it
-
In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together Lee Kum Kee Hoisin Sauce, Panda Oyster Sauce, Sriracha Chili Sauce, Premium Soy Sauce, Seasoned Rice Vinegar, Minced Garlic, Minced Ginger, bourbon, and brown sugar, Bring to a simmer, then stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 2–3 minutes until thick and glossy. Remove from heat and set aside.
-
Toss chicken pieces with cornstarch. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken until browned and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes. Add ½ of the spicy bourbon sauce to the pan and toss to coat. Remove from heat.
-
Preheat oven to 475°F. If using a pizza stone or steel, place it in the oven to heat. Roll out pizza dough to a 12–14 inch circle on a floured surface.
-
Spread the remaining spicy bourbon sauce over the dough like pizza sauce. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese, then evenly distribute the chicken, green bell peppers, and onions on top.
-
Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and browned. Remove from the oven, garnish with green onions if desired, and slice while hot.
We've got a whole bunch of other Asian fusion recipes you can check out as well!
You May Also Like
Lobster Rolls
- Difficulty
15 mins
1
Slow Cooker Jambalaya
- Difficulty
230 mins
4
Spicy BBQ Shrimp
- Difficulty
20 mins
0