Description
A delightful dish that combines sweet and savory flavors with juicy chicken coated in a luscious peach glaze, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs chicken thighs (approximately 6–8 thighs, bone-in or boneless)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/2 cup peach preserves
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (chopped, plus extra for garnish)
Instructions
- Trim any excess fat from the chicken thighs and pat them dry with paper towels. Season lightly with black pepper.
- In a medium bowl, combine brown sugar, peach preserves, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped fresh thyme. Stir until well mixed.
- Place the seasoned chicken thighs in the bottom of the crockpot and pour the peach glaze mixture evenly over the chicken.
- Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender.
Notes
- For a healthier option, use low-sugar peach preserves.
- Swap soy sauce for coconut aminos for a gluten-free version.
- Add crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Crockpot, Peach Glazed Chicken, Brown Sugar, Slow Cooker, Easy Recipe