Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Sesame Chicken

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Prep Time:
15 mins

Cook Time:
2 hrs 50 mins

Total Time:
3 hrs 5 mins

Servings:
6

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Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 2 pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs

  • 1/2 cup chopped onion

  • 1/2 cup Asian sweet chili sauce

  • 1/4 cup less-sodium soy sauce

  • 1/4 cup ketchup

  • 2 tablespoons honey

  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger

  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil

  • 1 tablespoon water

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

  • 2 medium green onions, chopped

  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

Directions

  • Gather all ingredients. 

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  • Coat a 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. Add chicken and onion to the slow cooker.

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  • Whisk together Asian chili sauce, soy sauce, ketchup, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and toasted sesame oil in a small bowl. Pour over the chicken. Stir to combine.

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  • Cover and cook on Low for 5 to 6 hours or on High for 2 1/2 to 3 hours. 

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  • Shred chicken in the slow cooker using two forks.

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  • Whisk together water and cornstarch in a small bowl. Stir mixture into the slow cooker.

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  • Cover and cook on High 30 minutes or until sauce is thickened. You may need to cook for up to 45 longer if originally cooking on Low to get cornstarch fully cooked (205 degrees F or 96 degrees C with an instant read thermometer). 

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  • Serve garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

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    Nutrition Facts (per serving)

    366
    Calories

    14g
    Fat

    25g
    Carbs

    38g
    Protein

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    Nutrition Facts

    Servings Per Recipe
    6

    Calories
    366

    % Daily Value *

    Total Fat
    14g

    17%

    Saturated Fat
    4g

    19%

    Cholesterol
    184mg

    61%

    Sodium
    748mg

    33%

    Total Carbohydrate
    25g

    9%

    Dietary Fiber
    1g

    2%

    Total Sugars
    20g

    Protein
    38g

    77%

    Vitamin C
    4mg

    4%

    Calcium
    36mg

    3%

    Iron
    2mg

    11%

    Potassium
    536mg

    11%

    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

    ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

    (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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