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Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken Recipe

Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken Recipe

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Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken made with just five ingredients from your pantry. Set it in minutes for the perfect weeknight meal! Tender, flavorful chicken thighs slow-cooked in a rich garlic brown sugar sauce simple, hearty, and delicious.

  • Total Time: 8 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 5 servings

Ingredients

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  • 5 chicken thighs, skin on, bone-in
  • 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed

Instructions

  1. Add the chicken, salt, pepper, and garlic to the slow cooker.
  2. If you prefer crispier skin, brown the chicken skin-side down in a skillet with 1 tablespoon vegetable oil before adding to the slow cooker. (If your slow cooker has a sear function, use that.)
  3. Mix ingredients, then flip the chicken skin-side up.
  4. Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the top.
  5. Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  6. (Optional) Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Use boneless, skinless thighs if preferred; reduce cooking time by 1 hour.
  • Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed veggies for a full meal.
  • For extra flavor, add a splash of soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce before cooking.
  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American