Savory Easy Crock Pot Sesame Chicken Recipe You’ll Adore

Discover this Easy Crock Pot Sesame Chicken Recipe to Try, featuring tender chicken in a rich sesame sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 4

Total Time 4 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 380

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 pounds Chicken Thighs The star of the dish; they stay moist and tender.

For the Sauce

1/2 cup Soy Sauce Substitute with tamari for a gluten-free option.
1/4 cup Honey or Brown Sugar Adds sweetness to balance savory flavors.
2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Essential for nutty flavor.
2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Provides acidity to brighten the dish.
4 cloves Garlic Freshly minced for flavor.
1 tablespoon Ginger Grated for warmth and zest.

For Thickening

2 tablespoons Cornstarch Mix with water to form slurry before adding.

For Garnish

1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Seeds Adds crunch and accentuates flavor.
2 stalks Green Onions Freshly chopped for garnish.

Equipment

Crock Pot

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey or brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger until fully combined.
Place the chicken thighs in the crock pot, arranging them in a single layer.
Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken thighs, ensuring every piece is coated.
Secure the lid on your crock pot and set it to low heat, cooking for 3 to 4 hours.
About 30 minutes before serving, combine cornstarch with water to create a slurry and pour into the crock pot, stirring gently.
Once the cooking time is complete, ladle the sesame chicken onto plates, garnishing with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For richer flavor, brown the chicken before using the crock pot. Adjust sweetness based on preference. Store leftovers in airtight containers.

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