Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken Recipe
This Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken recipe is a simple and flavorful dish combining tender chicken simmered to perfection in a rich, sweet, and slightly tangy bourbon sauce. Perfect for an easy dinner, this slow cooker meal allows the flavors to meld beautifully with minimal effort.
- Author: Ria
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours on low or 3.5 hours on high
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Chicken
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
Sauce
- 1/2 cup bourbon whiskey
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- Prepare Ingredients: Place the chicken pieces evenly in the bottom of the slow cooker to ensure even cooking.
- Mix Sauce: In a separate bowl, combine bourbon, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Stir until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is well blended.
- Add Sauce to Slow Cooker: Pour the bourbon mixture over the chicken, making sure each piece is coated well with the sauce.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is very tender and cooked through.
- Serve: Once cooked, serve the bourbon chicken over steamed rice or your choice of side, spooning some of the sauce over the top for extra flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken breasts for thighs, but thighs tend to remain juicier after slow cooking.
- Adjust brown sugar to your taste for sweetness level.
- For thicker sauce, remove chicken after cooking and reduce the sauce in a skillet over medium heat.
- Ensure the slow cooker lid fits tightly to prevent moisture loss during cooking.
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