Description
Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender chicken thighs with a rich, sweet-savory bourbon sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, requiring minimal prep and allowing you to savor the delightful aromas as it cooks. By simply tossing the ingredients into your slow cooker and letting it work its magic, you’ll create a flavorful meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Serve this delectable chicken over rice or noodles, and enjoy the delicious leftovers the next day. With each bite, you’ll experience the harmonious blend of bourbon whiskey, soy sauce, garlic, and brown sugar that makes this dish a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 2–3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup bourbon whiskey
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the chicken thighs; optionally cut into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together garlic, bourbon, soy sauce, brown sugar, and chicken broth until well combined.
- Place chicken in the crock pot and pour sauce over it to coat.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until chicken is tender.
- Mix cornstarch with water in a small bowl; stir into the sauce in the crock pot.
- Cook uncovered on high for an additional 30 minutes until thickened.
- Serve over rice or noodles with extra sauce drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg