Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 lb

chicken thighs

0.75 cup

chili sauce

0.5 cup

spicy barbecue sauce

0.75 cup

brown sugar

packed

1.33 unit

dry onion soup mix

0.13 tsp

cayenne pepper

1 tbsp

peanut oil

0.25 cup

water

1 tbsp

vegetable oil

1 unit

cooked rice

hot

Step 1
~60 min

Spray a 5-quart slow cooker with vegetable oil.

Step 2
~60 min

Arrange chicken thighs in the bottom of the slow cooker.

Step 3
~60 min

In a large bowl, combine chili sauce, brown sugar, dry onion soup mix, cayenne pepper, barbecue sauce, peanut oil, and 1/4 cup of water.

Step 4
~60 min

Spoon the sauce mixture over the chicken thighs, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Step 5
~60 min

Cover the slow cooker.

Step 6
~60 min

Cook on low heat for 6-7 hours, or until the chicken is tender and easily shredded with a fork.

Step 7
~60 min

Serve the sweet and spicy chicken over hot, cooked rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a thicker sauce, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and simmer the sauce on the stovetop for a few minutes.

Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to control the spiciness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve over rice.

Serve with a side of steamed vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Steamed broccoli
Coleslaw
Cornbread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

American

Cultural Significance

Comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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