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Sweet and Savory Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken is a must-try!

A delicious and easy recipe for Sweet and Savory Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • Chopped green onions for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. In a slow cooker, combine brown sugar, soy sauce, ketchup, minced garlic, ground ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir until well mixed.
  2. Add the chicken thighs to the slow cooker, ensuring they are well coated with the sauce.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
  4. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and set aside.
  5. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Stir this mixture into the sauce in the slow cooker.
  6. Turn the slow cooker to high and let the sauce thicken for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Return the chicken to the slow cooker, coating it with the thickened sauce.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSugar: 22g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add more red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the sauce mixture.
  • Serve the chicken over rice or quinoa to soak up the delicious sauce, or try it with steamed vegetables for a lighter option.

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