Description
Crockpot Bourbon Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that perfectly blends sweet and savory flavors, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Tender chicken thighs are slow-cooked in a rich bourbon sauce, ensuring each bite is filled with deliciousness. This simple recipe allows you to set it and forget it, providing a stress-free mealtime experience. Serve it over rice, noodles, or in sandwiches for a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Chop the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and place them in the crockpot.
- In a mixing bowl, combine bourbon, soy sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and minced garlic; stir until blended.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and gently stir to coat.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours until the chicken is tender.
- For a thicker sauce, remove the lid during the last hour of cooking or mix cornstarch with water and add it to the crockpot.
- Shred any large pieces of chicken with forks directly in the pot before serving over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg