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Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken

Savory Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken for Effortless Weeknight Dinners

Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken is a delicious, easy dish with tender chicken thighs in a bourbon-infused sauce.
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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-Chinese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs Chicken Thighs Tender and juicy, perfect for slow cooking.
For the Sauce
  • 0.5 cups Light Brown Sugar Adjust for a sweeter sauce.
  • 0.5 cups Soy Sauce Opt for low-sodium for a healthier choice.
  • 0.5 cups Bourbon Whiskey Substitute with apple juice for a non-alcoholic option.
  • 0.25 cups Apple Cider Vinegar Balances sweetness with tang.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Fresh ginger can be used for a brighter taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Adjust based on your preference for sweetness.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to spice tolerance.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced for even distribution.
For Thickening
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Combine with water to create a slurry.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Adds freshness and color.

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Trim excess fat from the chicken thighs and cut them into bite-sized pieces. Place the chicken at the bottom of a greased slow cooker.
  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. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and stir gently to coat.
  4. Cover and set the slow cooker to high for 2-3 hours or low for 4-6 hours.
  5. Carefully remove the chicken and shred into bite-sized pieces.
  6. Combine cornstarch and water to create a slurry, stir into the sauce in the crock pot, and cook on high for an additional 5-10 minutes until thickened.
  7. Return the shredded chicken back to the sauce and stir well to combine.
  8. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve over rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize ingredients or add vegetables like bell peppers for added nutrition.

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