Description
Crockpot Bourbon Chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken thighs with a sweet and savory sauce, making it a perfect option for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. As the chicken simmers in the slow cooker, it absorbs all the rich flavors, resulting in a dish that’s both comforting and satisfying. Serve it over rice, in tacos, or atop a fresh salad to enjoy its versatility. With minimal prep time and effortless cooking, this recipe ensures you can have a delicious home-cooked meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make comfort food favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- Kosher salt and pepper (to taste)
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 3/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons cold water
Instructions
- Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper and place them in the crockpot.
- In a medium bowl, combine brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, and barley tea or apple juice; mix well.
- Pour sauce over the chicken in the crockpot.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 3 hours.
- To thicken the sauce, mix cornstarch with cold water until smooth; whisk into sauce 30 minutes before cook time ends.
- Serve over rice or in your favorite dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg