Description
Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors, offering tender chicken enveloped in a rich glaze made from brown sugar, garlic, and soy sauce. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, allowing the slow cooker to work its magic as it melds rich flavors over hours. Serve this mouthwatering dish over fluffy rice or alongside crusty bread to ensure no sauce goes uneaten. Enjoy a comforting meal that will surely impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Place chicken in the slow cooker.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and chicken broth until smooth.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is cooked through.
- Shred the chicken in the slow cooker and mix with sauce before serving.
Notes
For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce overnight.
Pair with rice, potatoes, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
To balance sweetness, consider adding a splash of apple cider vinegar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 319
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg