Crockpot Bourbon Chicken

Description

Tender and juicy chicken thighs simmered in a brown sugar bourbon sauce all day long. Your family will love this melt-in-your-mouth crockpot bourbon chicken. A classic New Orleans recipe made easy in the crockpot!

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
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.

Notes

Chicken Thighs: Use chicken thighs for the best results. You are welcome to use chicken breast and it will cut down on the fat content too. Chicken thighs are just so juicy and tender. They also hold the flavor better!
Bourbon Alternatives: If you don’t have bourbon, whiskey, brandy or even scotch will work in place of it.
Leave Bourbon Out: The alcohol from the bourbon does evaporate completely while cooking. It is safe for children to eat. Just replace the bourbon with chicken broth or apple cider.
Make it Spicy: If you love a little heat, add some red pepper flakes, or sriracha sauce to the glaze when whisking.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

327kcal

Fat

6g

Carbs

30g

Protein

29g