Description
A comforting and flavorful dish made with chicken thighs slow-cooked in a sweet and savory bourbon sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the bourbon, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Place the chicken thighs in the crock pot and pour the sauce over them, ensuring they’re well coated.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving, mix the cornstarch with the water to create a slurry and stir it into the crock pot to thicken the sauce.
- Once done, serve the chicken with the sauce, garnished with green onions.
Notes
For a juicier result, stick with chicken thighs. Can be served with rice or stir-fried vegetables.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American Chinese