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Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken

Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken: Sweet, Tangy Comfort in Every Bite

Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken is a comforting dish where tender chicken thighs simmer in a rich, flavorful sauce, perfect for a cozy meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs Tender and flavorful
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch Can substitute with arrowroot powder
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup light brown sugar Can use coconut sugar for a healthier twist
  • ⅓ cup soy sauce Use gluten-free tamari if needed
  • ½ cup bourbon whisky Replace with apple juice for non-alcoholic
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar No substitutes required
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger Opt for fresh ginger for stronger flavor
  • ¼ cup honey Maple syrup is a great vegan alternative
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes Adjust quantity to suit taste
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced fresh garlic recommended
For the Garnish
  • 2 green onions green onions Finely chopped
For Serving
  • 2 cups white rice To soak up leftover sauce

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Trim excess fat from chicken thighs and place them in a 6-quart slow cooker.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together light brown sugar, soy sauce, bourbon, apple cider vinegar, ground ginger, honey, red pepper flakes, and minced garlic.
  3. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken thighs, coating them thoroughly.
  4. Cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 6 hours until chicken is tender.
  5. Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred into bite-sized pieces.
  6. Mix cornstarch with water to make a slurry, then stir it into the sauce and let it thicken for 10-15 minutes.
  7. Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker, mixing it with the sauce until evenly coated.
  8. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve over white rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Thaw chicken properly before cooking and marinate for deeper flavors if desired.

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