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Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken

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A comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken thighs cooked in a savory bourbon sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken thighs You can use chicken breasts as well.
  • 1/2 cup Bourbon For a non-alcoholic version, substitute with apple juice.
  • 1/2 cup Soy sauce Use low-sodium soy sauce if preferred.
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced) Add more for extra flavor if desired.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (grated) Fresh ginger enhances taste.
  • 1/4 cup Brown sugar Adjust sweetness to your taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Green onions (for garnish) Adds fresh flavor and color.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Season according to preference.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the bourbon, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger until well combined.
  2. Place the chicken thighs in your crock pot and pour the bourbon mixture evenly over the meat.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cooking
  1. Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shredded.
  2. Once cooked, serve the bourbon chicken garnished with fresh, sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 35gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 800mgSugar: 8g

Notes

For thicker sauce, remove chicken, whisk in a cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water), and allow it to thicken. Marinate chicken overnight for deeper flavor.
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