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Juicy crockpot chicken thighs on a white platter with gravy being drizzled on top.
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Crockpot Chicken Thighs (The Juiciest, Most Flavorful Ever!)

This easy crockpot chicken thighs recipe delivers incredibly tender, fall-off-the-bone chicken in a savory, delicious sauce. It's the ultimate set-and-forget weeknight dinner!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs about 6-8 thighs
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar packed
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch for gravy
  • 3 tbsp cold water for gravy

Equipment

  • 1 Slow Cooker (6-quart)
  • 1 Large Skillet Optional, for searing
  • 1 Whisk
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Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Season the chicken thighs on all sides with the spice mixture.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer seared chicken to the slow cooker.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour the sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 4-6 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is tender and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  5. Remove chicken from the crockpot. In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch and cold water to make a slurry. Whisk the slurry into the cooking liquids in the crockpot. Cover and cook on HIGH for 15-20 minutes, or until the gravy has thickened.
  6. Serve the chicken thighs hot, with the gravy poured over the top. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 385kcalProtein: 28gFat: 26gFiber: 0.5g

Notes

Bone-in vs. Boneless: This recipe works for both. For boneless, skinless thighs, reduce cook time to LOW for 3-4 hours or HIGH for 1.5-2.5 hours.
Crispy Skin: For a crispier skin finish, place cooked chicken on a baking sheet and broil for 2-4 minutes after removing from the crockpot. Watch it carefully!
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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