Ingredients
Scale
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- Cooked rice, for serving (optional)
- Chopped green onions, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, dried thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken thighs (or breasts) in the slow cooker. Pour the brown sugar garlic sauce over the chicken, ensuring it's evenly coated.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and easily shreds with a fork.
- Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry. Pour the slurry into the slow cooker with the remaining sauce. Stir well.
- Cover and cook on high for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
- Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to coat it evenly with the thickened sauce.
- Serve the slow cooker brown sugar garlic chicken over cooked rice, quinoa, or your favorite noodles. Garnish with chopped green onions, if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce. You can also substitute chicken breasts for chicken thighs, but be sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) / 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg