Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken Recipe
Looking for an easy, flavor-packed dinner idea? This Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken is a must-try! Juicy, tender chicken slow-cooked in a sweet and savory garlic sauce perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping. With simple pantry ingredients and minimal prep, it’s a family-friendly chicken dinner that always impresses!
Ingredients:
4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or chicken breasts)
4 cloves garlic, minced
⅓ cup brown sugar (or use honey for a refined sugar-free option)
2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (or rice vinegar)
1 tsp smoked paprika (optional, adds smoky depth)
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp salt
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for a spicy kick)
1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for optional thickening)
Chopped parsley & sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions:
1. Add Chicken to Crockpot:
Place chicken in the bottom of your slow cooker. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
2. Mix the Garlic Sauce:
In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar (or honey), minced garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, olive oil, and red pepper flakes. Pour over the chicken.
3. Cook Low and Slow:
Cook on LOW for 6–7 hours
Or on HIGH for 3–4 hours
Chicken will become fall-apart tender and juicy.
4. Thicken the Sauce (Optional):
Remove chicken and keep warm. Mix cornstarch with water and stir into the sauce in the slow cooker. Cook on high for 5–10 minutes until thickened.
5. Finish & Serve:
Return chicken to the sauce, coat well, and garnish with parsley and sesame seeds. Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed veggies for a complete meal!
Chef’s Tips:
For juicy and flavorful chicken, thighs work best.
Add ½ tsp of liquid smoke for a delicious smoky flavor twist.
Perfect for meal prep store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
This easy crockpot chicken recipe is a set-it-and-forget-it meal with bold, comforting flavors. Whether you’re feeding the family or prepping for the week, this garlic brown sugar chicken will become a go-to favorite!
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