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Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken

Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken served over white rice and garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
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Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken is a sweet, sticky, and savory slow cooker recipe made with tender chicken thighs, bourbon, soy sauce, and maple syrup. Perfect for easy weeknight dinners with minimal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, trimmed
  • ½ cup low sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup bourbon
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 5 cloves crushed garlic
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water (for slurry)
  • ¼ cup chopped green onions (for serving)
  • 2 cups prepared brown rice (for serving)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, bourbon, brown sugar, maple syrup, garlic, ginger, and pepper.
  2. Place chicken in a shallow dish and pour marinade over. Cover and marinate in the fridge for a few hours or overnight.
  3. Transfer chicken and marinade to a greased 4-to-6-quart slow cooker.
  4. Cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 2.5–3 hours.
  5. Remove chicken and set aside. Strain the cooking liquid into a saucepan.
  6. Whisk cornstarch with water to form a slurry. Stir slurry into the sauce over medium-high heat until thickened.
  7. Pour thickened sauce over chicken, sprinkle with green onions, and serve warm with rice.

Notes

  • Chicken thighs stay juicier than chicken breasts in the crock pot.
  • For a non-alcoholic version, substitute bourbon with apple juice or chicken broth.
  • Leftovers keep in the fridge for 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Top with sesame seeds or red pepper flakes for added flavor and crunch.
  • You may skip marinating if short on time.

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