Description

Crockpot Bourbon Chicken is a flavorful, slow-cooked dish made with tender chicken thighs in a savory and sweet bourbon sauce. This easy, one-pot meal combines the richness of bourbon, soy sauce, brown sugar, and mustard for a perfectly balanced, juicy chicken dinner. Ideal for a weeknight or special occasion, Crockpot Bourbon Chicken pairs well with rice, noodles, or vegetables, and can be made ahead or stored for future meals.

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs

1/2 cup soy sauce

1/4 cup bourbon

1/4 cup brown sugar, packed

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)

2 tablespoons water (optional, for cornstarch slurry)

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Instructions

Place chicken thighs in the Crockpot.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, bourbon, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, ground ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken.
Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Optional: For a thicker sauce, remove the chicken and stir a cornstarch-water slurry into the sauce in the Crockpot. Turn heat to high and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes.
Shred or slice the chicken and stir to coat in the sauce.
Serve the Bourbon Chicken over rice, noodles, or vegetables.

Notes

For a spicier version, add more crushed red pepper flakes or hot sauce.
You can substitute chicken breasts for thighs, though thighs provide a more tender result.
To make this dish non-alcoholic, replace the bourbon with apple juice or a non-alcoholic bourbon alternative.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.

Prep Time: 10min
Cook Time: 4-6 hours on low
Category: Chicken
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American