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Crockpot Bourbon Chicken

Crockpot Bourbon Chicken: Comforting Flavor in Every Bite

Delight in the sweet and savory essence of Crockpot Bourbon Chicken, a perfect recipe for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs Can substitute with chicken drumsticks.
For the Sauce
  • 0.5 cup Bourbon Whiskey Non-alcoholic substitute: apple cider or bourbon-flavored extract.
  • 0.5 cup Soy Sauce Gluten-free option: tamari.
  • 0.25 cup Brown Sugar Can be swapped with maple syrup.
  • 0.5 cup Ketchup Can substitute with tomato sauce.
  • 0.25 cup Apple Cider Vinegar Regular vinegar can work if apple cider is unavailable.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Omit for less spice.
For Thickening
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
  • 0.5 cup Water
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions (sliced) Chives can replace if needed.

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Start by placing boneless, skinless chicken thighs at the bottom of your crockpot, arranged in a single layer.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the bourbon, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes until smooth.
  3. Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken, making sure each piece is well-coated, then toss gently.
  4. Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook on low for approximately 5 hours.
  5. Once the cooking time is up, carefully remove the chicken and shred it on a cutting board.
  6. Mix cornstarch with water in a small bowl until smooth, stir into the remaining juices in the crockpot, and return the chicken.
  7. Cook for an additional 10-15 minutes on low until the sauce thickens, then serve over rice and garnish with sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.

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