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Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken

Savory Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken: Tender, Sweet, and Simple

This Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken is an effortless and flavorful dish perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Substitute with chicken breasts for a leaner option.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Adjust to taste for desired sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Opt for low-sodium if needed.
  • 1/2 cup Bourbon Whiskey Apple juice or apple cider can replace it.
  • 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Fresh ginger can be used for a more pronounced flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to spice preference.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
For Thickening
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Mix with water to create a slurry.
  • 1/4 cup Water Used to mix with cornstarch.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions Adds freshness and color.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Trim any excess fat from the boneless skinless chicken thighs and cut them into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine light brown sugar, soy sauce, bourbon, apple cider vinegar, ground ginger, honey, red pepper flakes, and minced garlic. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Place the chicken into the slow cooker and pour the sauce over the top. Stir gently to coat the chicken.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and set to low for 6 hours or high for 4 hours until chicken is fork-tender.
  5. Remove the chicken, shred or chop it into bite-sized pieces for better flavor distribution.
  6. Mix cornstarch and water to form a slurry. Stir into the crock pot sauce and set to high for 5–10 minutes until thickened.
  7. Return the shredded chicken to the crock pot and stir to combine. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve over rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 15gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and monitor the cooking time to prevent dryness.

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