Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
4 hrs
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Total Time
4 hrs 5 mins
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Servings
5 Servings
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Calories
308 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken
Description
Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken features five chicken thighs seasoned with garlic, salt, and black pepper, then topped with brown sugar before slow cooking. The cooking is done low and slow, either for eight hours on low or four hours on high, allowing the brown sugar to melt and develop a caramelized finish on the chicken skin. The skin-on, bone-in thighs stay juicy and tender throughout the long cooking time, while the browned sugar enhances sweetness and depth.
The texture contrasts the sticky, sweet glaze on the surface with the moist meat beneath. The garlic notes permeate the dish, offering a savory counterpoint. The simple ingredients and method deliver a comforting meal that highlights slow cooking’s ability to tenderize tougher cuts.
This chicken goes well with plain rice, steamed vegetables, or a side salad. It can be served as a main dish for lunch or dinner and is practical for preparing ahead of time since the slow cooker requires minimal attention.
Ingredients
- 5 chicken thighs , skin on, bone-in
- 2 tablespoons garlic , minced
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/3 cup brown sugar , packed
Instructions
- Add the chicken, salt, pepper and garlic to the slow cooker.
- Mix it up then flip the chicken skin side up.
- Sprinkle on the brown sugar.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 5Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 308 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 308kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 111mg | 37% |
| Sodium | 324mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 265mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 89IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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