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4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Chicken Thighs

These Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Chicken Thighs are sweet, savory, and incredibly tender. The chicken slowly cooks in a rich soy-brown sugar glaze that becomes glossy and flavorful. A quick broil at the end gives the skin a beautifully caramelized finish, making this an easy yet satisfying family dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 10 minutes
Course Comfort Food, Dinner, Main Course, Slow Cooker
Cuisine American, Asian-Inspired
Servings 4 servings
Calories 520 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3-3 1/2 pounds bone-in skin-on chicken thighs about 6–8 pieces
  • 1 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic minced or 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder

Instructions
 

  • Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and trim excess skin or fat if desired.
  • In a bowl, mix the brown sugar, soy sauce, and minced garlic until the sugar is mostly dissolved.
  • Arrange the chicken thighs in a single layer in the slow cooker, skin side up.
  • Pour the brown sugar sauce evenly over the chicken, making sure each piece is coated.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2 1/2–3 hours until the chicken is tender and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  • For a caramelized finish, transfer the cooked chicken to a foil-lined baking sheet and broil for 3–5 minutes until the skin is browned and bubbly.
  • Skim excess fat from the sauce in the slow cooker. If desired, cook the sauce uncovered on HIGH for 10–15 minutes to thicken.
  • Return the chicken to the slow cooker and spoon the sauce over the top before serving.

Notes

Serve this sweet and savory chicken with steamed rice, roasted vegetables, or mashed potatoes to soak up the delicious sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 520kcal
Keyword brown sugar chicken, crockpot chicken, easy chicken dinner, slow cooker chicken thighs, soy garlic chicken
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