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Slow Cooker Sesame Chicken

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Slow Cooker Sesame Chicken is a sweet, savory, and sticky dish made with tender chicken cooked in a flavorful sesame glaze. This takeout-inspired meal is simple to prepare, healthier than restaurant versions, and perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos
  • 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup ketchup or 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced (or 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch or arrowroot powder
  • 2 tablespoons water (for slurry)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken pieces in the slow cooker.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce (or coconut aminos), honey (or maple syrup), ketchup (or tomato paste), rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil.
  3. Pour the sauce over the chicken and stir to coat evenly.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 3–4 hours or on high for 2 hours, until chicken is cooked through and tender.
  5. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch or arrowroot powder with water to create a slurry.
  6. Stir the slurry into the slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for another 20–30 minutes, until the sauce thickens.
  7. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.
  8. Serve over rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for juicier results.
  • Add veggies like bell peppers or broccoli during the last hour of cooking.
  • Make it gluten-free by using coconut aminos and arrowroot powder.
  • To make it spicier, stir in red pepper flakes or sriracha.
  • Leftovers freeze well for easy future meals.

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