Crisp-Skinned Bourbon Chicken

Directions

1. 1
   Whisk bourbon, sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, Cajun seasoning, garlic, cornstarch, 1/2 t salt, and 1/4 t pepper in a bowl until sugar dissolves.
2. 2
   Pat chicken dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
3. 3
   Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over med-high heat until just smoking.
4. 4
   Cook chicken, skin-side down, until skin is well browned and crisp, 15-20 minutes.
5. 5
   Turn chicken skin-side up and cook over medium heat until chicken registers 175 degrees, 5-8 minutes.
6. 6
   Transfer chicken to platter.
7. 7
   Pour off fat from skillet; add bourbon mixture and simmer until thickened, about 2 minutes.
8. 8
   Pour sauce over chicken; serve.