Ingredients
– 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– ½ cup soy sauce
– ¼ cup honey
– 2 tablespoons sesame oil
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
– ¼ teaspoon black pepper
– ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
– 2 tablespoons cornstarch
– 3 tablespoons water
– 2 tablespoons sesame seeds (for garnish)
– 3 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Making Slow Cooker Sesame Chicken is a breeze. Just follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
2. Mix Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
3. Combine Ingredients: Place the chicken pieces in the slow cooker and pour the sauce mixture over them. Stir to coat all the pieces.
4. Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
5. Thicken Sauce: In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth. Stir this mixture into the slow cooker for the last 30 minutes to thicken the sauce.
6. Garnish: Once cooked, sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions over the top before serving.
This step-by-step guide ensures you’ll achieve the perfect Slow Cooker Sesame Chicken every time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 to 6 hours on low or 2 to 3 hours on high
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-6 servings
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 25g