Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds chicken breast or thighs, cut into chunks
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup bourbon whiskey
- 1/4 cup honey or brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with water (for thickening)
Instructions
- Combine soy sauce, bourbon, honey, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes in a slow cooker.
- Add chicken pieces and toss to coat.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours until chicken is tender.
- Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook for an additional 10 minutes to thicken the sauce.
- Serve hot over rice or with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Adjust bourbon amount for preferred flavor intensity.
- Can be broiled for a few minutes after cooking for a caramelized finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 960mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg