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Slow Cooker Firecracker Chicken

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 10 minutes
Course: Ninja Foodi Recipes
Cuisine: American
Keyword: firecracker chicken thighs, firecracker pulled chicken, ninja foodi chicken thighs, slow cooker chicken thighs
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 205kcal
Author: Mason Woodruff

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs or Breasts
  • 1/2 cup 96g Dark Brown Sugar*
  • 1/3 cup 80g Buffalo Sauce
  • 2 Tablespoons 30g Rice Vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Ginger
  • 2 teaspoons Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes

Instructions

  • Mix the brown sugar, buffalo sauce, and spices together in a bowl or in the pot of a slow cooker.
  • Add the chicken thighs and toss in the sauce to evenly coat.
  • Slow cook for 2 to 2 1/2 hours on high or 3 to 4 hours on low until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165ºF. (These times are for chicken thighs. Chicken breast may take slightly longer.)
  • Shred the cooked chicken with forks and add back to the sauce.
  • Serve over rice and garnish with scallions, toasted sesame seeds, and chili oil or chili garlic crisp, if desired.

Notes

*Using a sugar free option like Swerve Brown is a great way to save about 12g of carbs and 45-50 calories per serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 205kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 8g