Description
A delicious and easy-to-make Crock-Pot Bourbon Chicken recipe that is perfect for a family dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 3 cloves)
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger (or 1 teaspoon ground ginger)
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions
- In a large Crock-Pot, combine the chicken pieces, soy sauce, brown sugar, bourbon, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well to coat the chicken evenly.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Once the cooking time is complete, mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth. Stir this mixture into the Crock-Pot to thicken the sauce. Cover and cook for an additional 15 minutes on high.
- Serve the bourbon chicken over cooked rice and garnish with sliced green onions.
Notes
- For a sweeter flavor, increase the brown sugar to 3/4 cup.
- Substitute the chicken thighs with boneless, skinless chicken breasts for a leaner option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 to 6 hours on low or 2 to 3 hours on high
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 25g