Crockpot Bourbon Chicken
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- to tasteKosher salt and pepper
- 1/3 cup bourbon
whiskey, apple juice, or chicken broth
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 3/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic
minced
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons cold water
Directions
- 1
Season the chicken thighs with salt & pepper on both sides and place them in the bottom of the crockpot.
- 2
In a medium bowl add the bourbon, brown sugar, soy sauce, and garlic. Stir well to combine. Pour over the chicken in the crockpot.
- 3
Cover with the lid and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 3 hours.
- 4
Add the cornstarch and water in a small bowl and whisk until combined. Whisk the cornstarch slurry into the sauce 30 minutes before the chicken is done cooking. This will thicken the sauce.
- 5
Enjoy the chicken over rice and garnish with green onions.
Crockpot Bourbon Chicken
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About this Recipe
Craving a comforting, melt-in-your-mouth chicken dish with rich flavors that practically cooks itself? This Crockpot Bourbon Chicken delivers the classic taste of a New Orleans favorite with minimal effort, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
This recipe truly shines because it harnesses the magic of slow cooking. By simmering tender chicken thighs in a luscious brown sugar bourbon sauce all day long, you achieve an unparalleled depth of flavor and a supremely juicy texture that's difficult to replicate with faster methods.
Get ready for succulent, fall-apart chicken bathed in a captivating sauce that balances sweet and savory notes. The bourbon lends a subtle, sophisticated warmth without being overpowering, while the brown sugar and soy sauce create a sticky, glossy glaze that clings beautifully to every piece. Expect a deeply satisfying meal that feels incredibly special yet is surprisingly simple to achieve, making your kitchen smell absolutely amazing in the process.
Customization & Variations: If you prefer to skip the alcohol, you can easily swap the bourbon for whiskey, apple juice, or chicken broth without compromising on flavor. For an extra kick, a pinch of red pepper flakes could be stirred into the sauce. While chicken thighs offer unparalleled tenderness, this rich sauce would also be delightful over steamed rice.
Serve this wonderful Crockpot Bourbon Chicken over a bed of fluffy white rice to soak up all the delicious sauce, perhaps with a side of steamed green beans or broccoli for a complete meal that feels like a warm hug.