Why is my chicken in the crockpot still tough?

If your chicken is still tough, it likely hasn’t cooked long enough. Chicken thighs need time to break down connective tissue. Make sure you’re cooking on LOW for 4 hours for the best texture.

Do you marinate bourbon chicken?

Not in this recipe! The slow cooker acts like a long, gentle marinade. The chicken simmers in sauce for hours, soaking up every bit of flavor.

How long does it take for chicken to be done in a crock pot?

Why is my chicken in the crockpot still tough? If your chicken is still tough, it likely hasn’t cooked long enough. Chicken thighs need time to break down connective tissue. Make sure you’re cooking on LOW for 4 hours for the best texture. Do you marinate bourbon chicken? Not in this recipe! The slow cooker acts like a long, gentle marinade. The chicken simmers in sauce for hours, soaking up every bit of flavor.

Is it better to cook chicken on high or low in crockpot?

LOW is best for tender, juicy chicken. Cooking on HIGH can dry it out, especially if left too long.

Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken – Sweet & Irresistible Flavor

Description

A slow-cooker version of mall-style Bourbon Chicken, inspired by New Orleans flavors.

Ingredients

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2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into 1-inch pieces)

1 tsp garlic powder

½ tsp ground ginger

¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes

½ cup apple juice

⅓ cup light brown sugar

2 tbsp ketchup

1 tbsp cider vinegar

½ cup water

⅓ cup soy sauce

⅓ cup bourbon

1 tbsp cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsp cold water)

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Instructions

1. Place chicken pieces in Crock Pot.

2. In a bowl, mix garlic powder, ground ginger, red pepper flakes, apple juice, brown sugar, ketchup, cider vinegar, water, soy sauce, and bourbon.

3. Pour sauce mixture over chicken.

4. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours.

5. After 4 hours, stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce.

6. Let cook for an additional 10–15 minutes until thickened.

7. Serve over white rice.

Notes

Chicken breasts may be used but thighs are preferred for tenderness.

Bourbon will cook off; alcohol content is not retained.

For thicker sauce, adjust cornstarch or cook longer uncovered at the end.

Ideal for meal prep; leftovers reheat well.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Category: Slow Cooker, Dinner
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 289
Sugar: 13g
Sodium: 776mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 17g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 113mg