{"id":7537,"date":"2026-09-05T20:12:51","date_gmt":"2026-09-05T20:12:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=7537"},"modified":"2026-09-05T20:12:51","modified_gmt":"2026-09-05T20:12:51","slug":"slow-cooker-brown-sugar-garlic-chicken-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/2026\/09\/05\/slow-cooker-brown-sugar-garlic-chicken-2\/","title":{"rendered":"SLOW COOKER BROWN SUGAR GARLIC CHICKEN"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>\u00a0SLOW COOKER BROWN SUGAR GARLIC CHICKEN<\/h1>\n<p>Tender, juicy chicken thighs coated in a rich, glossy brown sugar garlic sauce! This easy slow cooker recipe is packed with sweet and savory flavor, and the chicken comes out beautifully caramelized and incredibly delicious.<\/p>\n<h2>\u00a0Ingredients<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>6\u20138 boneless, skinless chicken thighs<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup packed brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc cup soy sauce<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc cup ketchup<\/li>\n<li>3 tablespoons honey<\/li>\n<li>4 garlic cloves, minced<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon smoked paprika<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon black pepper<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon cornstarch<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons water<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon cooking oil<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>\u00a0Instructions<\/h2>\n<h3>1. Prepare the Chicken<\/h3>\n<p>Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.<\/p>\n<p>Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Make the Sauce<\/h3>\n<p>In a bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, soy sauce, ketchup, honey, minced garlic, and apple cider vinegar until well combined.<\/p>\n<h3>3. Add to the Slow Cooker<\/h3>\n<p>Lightly grease the slow cooker with cooking oil.<\/p>\n<p>Arrange the chicken thighs in a single layer and pour the sauce over them, making sure each piece is well coated.<\/p>\n<h3>4. Slow Cook<\/h3>\n<p>Cover and cook on <strong>LOW for 4\u20135 hours<\/strong> or <strong>HIGH for 2\u20133 hours<\/strong>, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.<\/p>\n<h3>5. Thicken the Sauce<\/h3>\n<p>Once the chicken is cooked, carefully transfer it to a plate.<\/p>\n<p>Mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth.<\/p>\n<p>Stir the slurry into the sauce in the slow cooker.<\/p>\n<p>Cover and cook on HIGH for another <strong>10\u201315 minutes<\/strong>, or until the sauce thickens.<\/p>\n<h3>6. Coat the Chicken<\/h3>\n<p>Return the chicken to the slow cooker and gently spoon the thickened sauce over the top.<\/p>\n<p>Let it sit in the sauce for a few minutes so the chicken becomes beautifully glazed.<\/p>\n<h3>7. Serve<\/h3>\n<p>Serve hot with rice, mashed potatoes, or your favorite side dishes.<\/p>\n<p>Spoon plenty of that delicious sauce over the chicken before serving!<\/p>\n<h2>\u00a0Helpful Tips<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Chicken thighs work especially well because they stay tender and juicy.<\/li>\n<li>For a deeper flavor, sear the chicken in a hot skillet before adding it to the slow cooker.<\/li>\n<li>If you prefer a less sweet sauce, reduce the brown sugar slightly.<\/li>\n<li>Make sure the chicken reaches <strong>165\u00b0F<\/strong> in the thickest part before serving.<\/li>\n<li>Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Sweet, savory, garlicky, and fall-apart tender\u2014this slow cooker chicken is pure comfort food!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0SLOW COOKER BROWN SUGAR GARLIC CHICKEN Tender, juicy chicken thighs coated in a rich, glossy brown sugar garlic sauce! 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