Description
A slow-cooker favorite with tender, shredded chicken thighs in a savory-sweet bourbon-soy sauce.
Ingredients
- 2–3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In the slow cooker, whisk together soy sauce, bourbon, minced garlic, grated ginger, and brown sugar until the sugar dissolves.
- Add the chicken thighs in a single layer and turn them to coat in the sauce.
- Pour in the chicken broth around the edges for moisture.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or on high for 3–4 hours until the chicken is tender and easily shredded.
- Shred the chicken in the pot and mix it into the sauce until glossy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, then serve over rice or noodles, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
For gluten-free, use tamari or gluten-free soy sauce. For lower-sugar, reduce brown sugar by one-third and taste before shredding.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American