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Crockpot Sesame Chicken Recipe

Crockpot Sesame Chicken Recipe
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This Crockpot Sesame Chicken recipe offers a flavorful, tender, and easy-to-make dish perfect for busy weeknights. Combining a sweet and savory sauce cooked slowly to infuse the chicken with a rich sesame soy glaze, it’s ideal served over rice or steamed vegetables for a wholesome dinner.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Sauce

  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cubed
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil

Thickening and Garnish

  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 1/4 cup water (for slurry)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Cube the boneless, skinless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and easy serving.
  2. Combine in Crockpot: Place the cubed chicken into the crockpot and add soy sauce, honey, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil. Stir gently to coat the chicken evenly in the sauce.
  3. Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low heat for 4 hours. This slow cooking tenderizes the chicken and allows it to absorb the flavors deeply.
  4. Thicken Sauce: About 30 minutes before the cooking time is done, mix the cornstarch with 1/4 cup water to create a slurry. Stir this mixture into the crockpot to thicken the sauce.
  5. Finish Cooking: Continue to cook on low for the remaining 30 minutes until the sauce has thickened nicely and coats the chicken.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving. This provides a toasty crunch and enhances the sesame flavor.

Notes

  • For best flavor, use dark meat chicken thighs as indicated; they stay moist and tender during slow cooking.
  • Serve over steamed rice or alongside stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
  • Adjust sweetness by varying honey to taste, especially if you prefer less sugary dishes.
  • If soy sauce is not gluten-free, use tamari or gluten-free soy sauce alternatives for dietary requirements.
  • To add heat, incorporate a teaspoon of chili flakes or sriracha into the sauce before cooking.

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