Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken
A savory and sweet dish featuring tender slow-cooked chicken thighs coated in a delightful glaze of brown sugar and garlic, perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in and skin-on) Essential for juicy flavor
- 6 cloves garlic (minced) Aromatic and flavorful
- 1/3 cup brown sugar (packed) Adds sweetness
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil For added richness
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional) To add heat
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika For depth of flavor
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt Or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper Or to taste
- Chopped green onions (for garnish) For color and freshness
- Sesame seeds (for garnish) For crunch and decoration
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather your ingredients and ensure everything is ready.
- In a large crockpot, combine minced garlic, packed brown sugar, sesame oil, optional hot sauce, smoked paprika, Kosher salt, and ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
- Place chicken thighs into the crockpot, skin side up, and coat evenly with the sauce mixture.
Cooking
- Set your slow cooker to LOW for 7 hours or HIGH for 4 hours.
- Once the cooking time has elapsed, check for doneness and remove the chicken.
- If desired, broil the cooked chicken for a few minutes for added crispiness.
Serving
- Place chicken on a platter, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
- Serve with rice or steamed vegetables.
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Notes
Ensure chicken rests for at least five minutes before serving for optimal moisture.