Step 1

Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.  Add the chicken thighs and brown the chicken on both sides.

Step 2

Then place the browned chicken thighs in a crock pot.

Step 3

Place the garlic, onions, bay leaves, peppercorns and salt on top of the chicken in the slow cooker.

Step 4

Combine the apple cider vinegar and soy sauce together in a small mixing bowl.

Step 5

Pour this sauce over the other ingredients in the crock pot.

Step 6

Cover and slow cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaves and serve the chicken with the sauce spooned on top of the chicken.

Step 8

Enjoy!