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Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken

Mouthwatering Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken for Effortless Cooking

Easy to make, delicious Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken with tender chicken thighs and a sweet savory sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Course Chicken Recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs a juicy base for our deliciously tender Bourbon Chicken

For the Sauce

  • 1 cup light brown sugar adds a rich sweetness that balances the savory notes
  • 1 cup soy sauce delivers that umami punch
  • ⅓ cup bourbon whiskey contributes a deep, warm flavor
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar gives a hint of tanginess
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger infuses a warm spice
  • 1 tablespoon honey enhances the sweetness
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes adds a gentle kick (optional)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced boosts the savoriness

For Thickening

  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch helps create a luscious sauce
  • 2 tablespoons water combines with cornstarch to form a slurry

For Garnish

  • ¼ cup chopped green onions sprinkle these on top for a fresh finish

For Serving

  • Cooked white rice (or brown/cauliflower rice) a perfect bed for the saucy chicken

Instructions
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

  • Step 1: Prepare the Chicken. Place the trimmed boneless, skinless chicken thighs at the bottom of your slow cooker.
  • Step 2: Make the Sauce. In a medium bowl, whisk together the light brown sugar, soy sauce, bourbon whiskey, apple cider vinegar, ground ginger, honey, red pepper flakes, and minced garlic.
  • Step 3: Combine Ingredients. Carefully pour the sauce mixture over the chicken, ensuring every piece is evenly coated.
  • Step 4: Set Cooking Mode. Cook the Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 6 hours.
  • Step 5: Shred the Chicken. Once the cooking time is up, carefully remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it into bite-sized pieces.
  • Step 6: Thicken the Sauce. In a small bowl, stir together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Add to the sauce left in the crock pot.
  • Step 7: Return Chicken to the Pot. Once the slurry is mixed in, return the shredded chicken back into the sauce in the slow cooker.
  • Step 8: Garnish and Serve. Turn off the slow cooker and garnish with chopped green onions. Serve hot over rice.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg
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