Bourbon Chicken Recipe
This delicious bourbon chicken recipe is easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner. Tender chicken pieces are coated in a sweet and savory bourbon sauce, then slow-cooked to perfection.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup bourbon
- 0.5 cup soy sauce
- 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger minced
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a slow cooker, combine bourbon, soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Add the chicken thighs to the slow cooker and stir to coat.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry.
- Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and set aside.
- Turn the slow cooker to high. Pour the cornstarch slurry into the slow cooker and stir to combine. Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
- Return the chicken to the slow cooker and toss to coat in the thickened sauce.
- Serve the bourbon chicken over rice, noodles, or your favorite side dishes.
Notes
Serve with a side of rice and steamed vegetables for a complete meal.