Best 2 Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken Recipes

Slow cooker brown sugar garlic chicken is a delectable dish that combines the sweet and savory flavors of brown sugar and garlic to create a tender and flavorful chicken entree. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or a relaxing weekend meal. Simply toss the chicken, brown sugar, garlic, and a few other ingredients into your slow cooker and let it simmer all day long. The result is a fall-off-the-bone chicken dish that is sure to please the whole family.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW COOKER GARLIC AND BROWN SUGAR CHICKEN

Slow Cooker Garlic and Brown Sugar Chicken image

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

4-6 chicken breasts (or thighs would work great too!)
1 cup packed brown sugar
2/3 cup vinegar
1/4 cup lemon-lime soda
2-3 Tablespoons minced garlic
2 Tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 Tablespoons corn starch
2 Tablespoons water
Rice or noodles, cooked
Red pepper flakes (optional)

Steps:

Spray slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray. Place chicken (I used frozen chicken, thawed chicken works great too) inside slow cooker. Mix together brown sugar, vinegar, soda, garlic, soy sauce, and pepper together. Pour over chicken. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours. Take chicken pieces out of slow cooker (mine basically fell apart) and pour remaining sauce into saucepan. Place saucepan over high heat. Mix together corn starch and water, pour into saucepan, and mix well. Let sauce come to a boil and boil for 2-3 minutes, or until it starts to thicken and turns into a glaze. Remove from heat and let sit for a minute or two (it will continue to thicken as it cools down).
Serve chicken over rice or noodles and top with glaze. Sprinkle red pepper flakes on top if desired.

SLOW COOKER BROWN SUGAR & GARLIC CHICKEN RECIPE - (4.4/5)

Slow Cooker Brown Sugar & Garlic Chicken Recipe - (4.4/5) image

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Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 to 6 chicken breasts
1 cup packed brown sugar
2/3 cup vinegar or apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup lemon-lime soda (I used Sprite)
2 to 3 tablespoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 tablespoons corn starch
2 tablespoons water
Red pepper flakes (optional)

Steps:

Spray slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray. Place chicken (frozen, thawed or fresh) inside slow cooker. Mix together brown sugar, vinegar, soda, garlic, soy sauce, and pepper together. Pour over chicken. Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 4 hours. Take chicken pieces out of slow cooker (mine basically fell apart) and pour remaining sauce into saucepan. Place saucepan over high heat. Mix together corn starch and water, pour into saucepan, and mix well. Let sauce come to a boil and boil for 2 to 3 minutes, or until it starts to thicken and turns into a glaze. Remove from heat and let sit for a minute or two (it will continue to thicken as it cools down). Sprinkle red pepper flakes on top if desired. This can be served over rice or noodles, but we had ours with a baked potato on the side (It's good on top of the potato too!)

Tips:

Choose the right chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs work best in this recipe. If you're using chicken breasts, pound them to an even thickness so they cook evenly.
Use fresh garlic: Fresh garlic adds the best flavor to this dish. If you don't have fresh garlic, you can use 1 teaspoon of garlic powder instead.
Don't overcook the chicken: Overcooked chicken is dry and tough. Cook the chicken on low heat for 6-8 hours, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Serve immediately: This dish is best served immediately after cooking. However, you can also store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Conclusion:

This slow cooker brown sugar garlic chicken is an easy and delicious weeknight meal. It's made with simple ingredients and cooks in just a few hours. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the sauce is sweet and savory. Serve this dish with rice, potatoes, or vegetables for a complete meal.