Slow Cooker Aunt's Saturday Thighs
Hearty, tender bone-in chicken thighs in a sweet and savory ketchup-based glaze, slow-cooked to perfection and finished with a glossy reduction. A family-friendly comfort dish with minimal effort.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 320kcal
Ingredients
- 3 to 4 pounds frozen bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
Instructions
- Place frozen chicken thighs in a 5 to 7-quart slow cooker in a single layer.
- Whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, soy sauce, and garlic powder in a bowl.
- Pour the sauce over the thighs. Cover and cook on HIGH for 4-5 hours or LOW for 7-8 hours until the chicken reaches 165°F.
- Baste the thighs with sauce halfway through the cooking time.
- Uncover and cook on HIGH for 15-20 minutes to thicken the sauce.
- Optional: Broil for 3-5 minutes until caramelized and bubbly.
Notes
Cooking from frozen simplifies preparation.
For an extra caramelized finish, broil for 3-5 minutes (optional).
Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or cornbread to soak up the sauce.
Let the sauce reduce for a thicker glaze if desired.
For an extra caramelized finish, broil for 3-5 minutes (optional).
Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or cornbread to soak up the sauce.
Let the sauce reduce for a thicker glaze if desired.