Slow Cooker Bourbon Chicken Recipe
A simple and delicious New Orleans-inspired dish, this Crockpot Bourbon Chicken features tender chicken thighs simmered in a sweet and savory bourbon sauce. Perfect over rice for an easy dinner!
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Servings: 6
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Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/3 cup bourbon (or whiskey, apple juice, or chicken broth)
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 3/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 3 tbsp cold water
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken – Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides and place them in the crockpot.
- Make the Sauce – In a medium bowl, mix bourbon, brown sugar, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Stir well, then pour over the chicken.
- Slow Cook – Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 3 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Thicken the Sauce – In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and cold water. Stir this mixture into the crockpot 30 minutes before the cooking time ends to thicken the sauce.
- Serve – Enjoy over rice and garnish with green onions if desired.
Notes & Variations
- Substitute chicken breasts for a leaner option.
- Adjust sweetness by reducing brown sugar.
- Add red pepper flakes for some heat.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.