Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken

Craving an amazing dinner that's both quick to prepare and bursting with flavor? Look no further than Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken. It's my go-to recipe when I want a healthy and delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Simple ingredients, minimal effort, and a taste that rivals your favorite takeout – what's not to love?

Why You Will Love This Recipe

My grandmother used to make a similar dish, though without the bourbon, whenever the family came to visit. The aroma alone brought everyone to the table, ready to share stories and enjoy a comforting meal. This Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken recipe takes me right back to those cherished moments, and I'm excited to share that feeling with you. It's not just about the food; it's about the memories created around it.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces

• For the Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup bourbon
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

• Cooked rice, for serving

• Sesame seeds, for garnish

• Chopped green onions, for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe

1. Place chicken pieces in the crock pot.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together bourbon, soy sauce, brown sugar, water, apple cider vinegar, cornstarch, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using).
3. Pour the sauce over the chicken.
4. Stir to ensure the chicken is evenly coated.
5. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, or until chicken is cooked through and tender.
6. Shred the chicken with two forks right in the crock pot.
7. Stir the shredded chicken into the sauce to combine.
8. Serve over cooked rice.
9. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
   
   

   Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken

   An easy and flavorful Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken recipe that’s perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight meal.

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   Prep Time 15 minutes mins

   Cook Time 6 hours hrs

   Total Time 6 hours hrs 15 minutes mins

   Servings: 6 servings

   Course: Main Course

   Cuisine: American

   Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

   Ingredients

     

   Main Ingredients

   • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs cut into 1-inch pieces

   Sauce

   • 1/2 cup bourbon
   • 1/2 cup soy sauce
   • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
   • 1/4 cup water
   • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
   • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
   • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
   • 1 clove garlic minced
   • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional

   Serving

   • cooked rice for serving
   • sesame seeds for garnish
   • chopped green onions for garnish

   Equipment

   • Crock Pot
   • Medium Bowl
   • Whisk
   • Forks

   Method

    

   1. Place chicken pieces in the crock pot.
      2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
   2. In a medium bowl, whisk together bourbon, soy sauce, brown sugar, water, apple cider vinegar, cornstarch, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using).
      1/2 cup bourbon, 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup water, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 1 clove garlic, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
   3. Pour the sauce over the chicken.
   4. Stir to ensure the chicken is evenly coated.
   5. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, or until chicken is cooked through and tender.
   6. Shred the chicken with two forks right in the crock pot.
   7. Stir the shredded chicken into the sauce to combine.
   8. Serve over cooked rice.
      cooked rice
   9. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
      sesame seeds, chopped green onions

   Notes

   It’s not just about the food; it’s about the memories created around it.