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Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken – Sweet, Savory, and Set-It-and-Forget-It

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Sweet, savory, and irresistibly sticky, this Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken is a set-it-and-forget-it comfort meal with tender chicken and a rich, tangy-sweet sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into chunks

  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce

  • 1/4 cup bourbon (or apple juice)

  • 1/4 cup brown sugar

  • 2 tablespoons ketchup

  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger

  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

  • 2 tablespoons cold water

  • Salt & pepper, to taste

  • Optional garnishes: green onions, sesame seeds

Instructions

  • Season chicken lightly with salt and pepper. Place in the Crock Pot.

  • In a bowl, mix soy sauce, bourbon, brown sugar, ketchup, vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes.

  • Pour sauce over chicken. Stir to coat.

  • Cook on Low for 6–7 hours or High for 3–4 hours.

  • In the last 20 minutes, mix cornstarch with water and stir into the Crock Pot to thicken the sauce.

  • Serve over rice, and garnish if desired.

Notes

Use tamari for gluten-free. Swap bourbon with apple juice for non-alcoholic. Add bell peppers or pineapple chunks for variation. Leftovers keep well for 4 days in the fridge.

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