Description
This dish combines tender chicken thighs wrapped in smoky bacon, sweetened with brown sugar, and infused with aromatic garlic. It’s an effortless slow cooker meal that delivers rich flavors with minimal preparation
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 10 slices of bacon
- 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker. Season them with minced garlic, salt, and pepper, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.
- Wrap with Bacon: Wrap each seasoned chicken thigh with two slices of bacon, covering as much surface as possible.
- Add Brown Sugar: Sprinkle the packed brown sugar evenly over the bacon-wrapped chicken thighs.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker with its lid. Cook on the low setting for 8-9 hours or on high for 5-6 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- Optional Browning: If desired, for a caramelized finish, place the cooked chicken thighs on a baking sheet and broil in the oven for 1-2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken thighs are arranged in a single layer in the slow cooker for even cooking.
- If your slow cooker tends to run cooler and the chicken isn’t as caramelized as desired, the optional broiling step can enhance the appearance and flavor.