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Crock Pot Sesame Chicken

Savory Slow-Cooked Crock Pot Sesame Chicken Bliss

Enjoy this Easy Gluten-Free Crock Pot Sesame Chicken that offers a delightful mix of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Thickening Time 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Substitute with tamari for gluten-free option
  • 1/4 cup Honey or Brown Sugar Use maple syrup for vegan
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be used as a substitute
  • 4 cloves Garlic Use fresh minced garlic or garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Ground ginger is an acceptable alternative
For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Thighs Bone-in, skinless preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Mix with water to create a slurry
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Seeds Can be omitted if unavailable
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Substitute with chives if desired

Equipment

  • Crock Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey (or brown sugar), sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and fresh ginger until well combined.
  2. Evenly distribute the chicken thighs across the bottom of your crock pot.
  3. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken thighs, ensuring that each piece is generously coated.
  4. Secure the lid on your crock pot and set it to low heat. Let the chicken cook for 3 to 4 hours.
  5. About 30 minutes before serving, mix cornstarch with a little water to create a smooth slurry. Stir this into the crock pot to thicken the sauce.
  6. Once the chicken is tender and the sauce has thickened, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions over the chicken.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Letting the dish rest overnight in the refrigerator will deepen the flavors, making your Crock Pot Sesame Chicken even more delicious.

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