Description

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

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Instructions

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.
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.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth. Stir the mixture into the slow cooker.
Cover and cook on high for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
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