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Crock Pot Sesame Chicken

Crock Pot Sesame Chicken: Easy, Flavorful Family Favorite

Crock Pot Sesame Chicken is a tender, juicy dish simmered in a savory-sweet sauce that provides a simple and delicious weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Thickening Time 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds chicken thighs or chicken breasts for a leaner option
For the Sauce
  • ½ cup soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • ¼ cup honey or brown sugar, maple syrup can be substituted
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger grated
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch to thicken sauce
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 tablespoons green onions finely sliced

Equipment

  • Crock Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, honey (or brown sugar), sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Add minced garlic and grated ginger. Whisk until well blended and set aside.
  2. Place chicken thighs at the bottom of your crock pot, ensuring they are evenly arranged.
  3. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken thighs, ensuring each piece is coated.
  4. Set your crock pot to low and cook for 3 to 4 hours, checking for doneness at 3 hours.
  5. About 30 minutes before serving, combine cornstarch with cold water to create a slurry and stir into the crock pot.
  6. When ready, ladle onto a serving platter and garnish with toasted sesame seeds and green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Cut chicken evenly for consistent cooking and feel free to substitute with different sweeteners if desired. Use fresh garlic and ginger for the best flavor.

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