Sweet and Spicy Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs
Succulent chicken thighs coated in a sticky golden syrup glaze with a kick of heat from spices. Slow-cooked to perfection, this recipe offers the perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors. Enjoy the tender and flavorful chicken with your favorite sides for a satisfying meal.
ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
- 4 tablespoons golden syrup
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
steps
- 1.
In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 2.
Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken thighs, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- 3.
Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the chicken thighs for about 2-3 minutes per side.
- 4.
Transfer the chicken thighs to a slow cooker.
- 5.
In a separate bowl, combine the golden syrup and lemon juice. Pour the mixture over the chicken thighs.
- 6.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- 7.
Once cooked, remove the chicken thighs from the slow cooker and transfer to a baking sheet.
- 8.
Preheat the broiler in your oven.
- 9.
Brush the chicken thighs with the remaining sauce from the slow cooker.
- 10.
Place the chicken thighs under the broiler for 2-3 minutes or until the skin gets crispy.
- 11.
Serve the chicken thighs with a garnish of fresh cilantro, if desired.
- 12.
Enjoy the sweet and spicy flavors of these delicious chicken thighs!
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