This crock pot Bourbon chicken is easy and super delicious. Another set it and forget meal that you will want to serve frequently. If you wish not to use Bourbon, add more apple juice. Do not use light soy sauce.
Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 6 hours Total time: 6 hours 10 minutes Servings: 6
INGREDIENTS
3 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup sliced green onions (or more to taste)
SAUCE
1/2 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red chili flakes
1/3 cup apple juice
1 1/2 tablespoons honey
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup Bourbon
1/4 cup soy sauce
salt and pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
- Mix all sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
- Place chicken in slow cooker, pour sauce over top. Cover and cook on low 6-7 hours or on high 3 hours.
- Remove chicken and chop into bite sized pieces and cover to keep warm.
- Meanwhile, combine 3 tablespoons water with cornstarch. Turn slow cooker up to high. Whisk cornstarch slurry into the sauce. Cover and allow to thicken, stirring occasionally (about 10 minutes). Stir chicken back into the sauce and add in green onions.
- Serve over rice.
Bon Appetit😋
Love slow cooker recipes and this one sounds good. Will give it a try.