Description

Crockpot Bourbon Chicken is a tantalizing dish that showcases tender, juicy chicken thighs slow-cooked in a rich, sweet sauce. This easy-to-make recipe brings the vibrant flavors of New Orleans to your dinner table, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or gatherings. The slow cooking process ensures the chicken absorbs the delicious sauce, resulting in a dish that’s both comforting and bursting with flavor. Whether served over rice, noodles, or in lettuce wraps, this versatile meal is sure to impress everyone at the table.

Ingredients

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2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
Kosher salt and pepper (to taste)
1/3 cup chicken broth (or apple juice)
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 kosher salt and pepper on both sides and place them in the crockpot.
In a medium bowl, mix together chicken broth, brown sugar, soy sauce, and minced garlic until well combined. Pour the sauce over the chicken.
Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 3 hours until chicken is tender.
To thicken the sauce, whisk cornstarch with cold water in a small bowl. Stir this slurry into the crockpot about 30 minutes before serving.
Serve over rice or noodles and garnish with green onions.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Category: Dinner
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: Feel free to customize your sauce by adjusting the sweetness to your liking. For a thicker sauce, ensure you properly incorporate the cornstarch slurry.