Description
Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken is a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for impressing family and friends. This easy slow-cooker recipe features tender chicken thighs simmered in a rich bourbon glaze, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Serve it over rice or noodles to create a satisfying meal that fills your home with mouthwatering aromas. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, this dish is sure to become a favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 4 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from chicken thighs and pat dry.
- In a bowl, combine brown sugar, soy sauce, bourbon, garlic, and ginger; mix until smooth.
- Place chicken in the Crock Pot and pour the sauce mixture over it.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Once cooked, remove chicken and mix cornstarch slurry into the sauce; cook on high for an additional 15 minutes until thickened.
- Shred or slice the chicken and return it to the pot; garnish with green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg