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Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken Recipe

April 27, 2024 by NouraChicken

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Indulge in the savory flavors of the South with our delectable Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken recipe. This slow cooker favorite features tender chunks of chicken marinated in a rich blend of bourbon, soy sauce, and aromatic spices, delivering a delightful burst of flavor with every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings,

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Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken

Ingredients:

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup bourbon
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • Optional garnish: sliced green onions and sesame seeds

Instructions:

  1. In a slow cooker, combine the chicken pieces, soy sauce, brown sugar, bourbon, minced garlic, ground ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
  2. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  3. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth. Stir the mixture into the slow cooker.
  4. Cover and cook on high for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
  5. Serve the bourbon chicken over rice, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Note: For a thicker sauce, you can increase the amount of cornstarch/water mixture.

FAQs

Is it OK to put raw chicken in a slow cooker?

Yes, it is safe to put raw chicken in a slow cooker as long as it is fully thawed before adding it. Ensure the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature during cooking.

What is bourbon chicken sauce made of?

Bourbon chicken sauce typically consists of soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, bourbon, brown sugar, maple syrup, garlic, ginger, and black pepper.

Do you have to brown chicken before putting it in a Crock-Pot?

Browning the chicken isn’t necessary for safety but can enhance flavor and texture.

Is it better to cook chicken in the Crock-Pot on high or low?

Cooking chicken on low heat is generally better to prevent dryness and ensure tenderness.

Is 4 hours on high the same as 8 hours on low?

No, cooking times and temperatures affect texture and flavor. Follow recommended cooking times.

Is 3 hours in a slow cooker enough for chicken?

Yes, boneless, skinless chicken thighs can be fully cooked in approximately 3 to 4 hours on high or 5 to 6 hours on low, reaching a safe internal temperature of 165°F.

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Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken

Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Noura afasi
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Southern
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Indulge in the savory flavors of the South with this easy-to-make Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken recipe. Tender chicken thighs marinated in a rich blend of bourbon, soy sauce, and aromatic spices, slow-cooked to perfection for a delightful burst of flavor in every bite.


Ingredients

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2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup bourbon
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
Optional garnish: sliced green onions and sesame seeds


Instructions

  1. In a slow cooker, combine the chicken pieces, soy sauce, brown sugar, bourbon, minced garlic, ground ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
  2. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  3. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth. Stir the mixture into the slow cooker.
  4. Cover and cook on high for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
  5. Serve the bourbon chicken over rice, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

For a thicker sauce, you can increase the amount of cornstarch/water mixture.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 840mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 130mg

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