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Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Chicken Recipe

Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Chicken Recipe
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This Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Chicken recipe offers tender chicken thighs or breasts simmered in a flavorful blend of sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger, combined with colorful bell peppers and onions. It’s an easy, hands-off meal perfect for busy days, delivering a sweet and tangy taste with a hint of spice, served over steaming cooked rice and garnished with fresh green onions and sesame seeds.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts

Sauce

  • 1 cup sweet chili sauce
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

Vegetables

  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 small onion, sliced

Thickening Agent

  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water

Garnish and Serving

  • Green onions, chopped, for garnish
  • Sesame seeds for garnish
  • Cooked rice for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Slow Cooker: Place the chicken thighs or breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker in an even layer to ensure uniform cooking.
  2. Make the Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the sweet chili sauce, low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger until well combined to create a balanced, flavorful sauce.
  3. Add Vegetables: Layer the sliced red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, and onion evenly on top of the chicken in the slow cooker to add color, sweetness, and texture.
  4. Combine and Cook: Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and vegetables, ensuring everything is evenly coated. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender and fully cooked through.
  5. Thicken the Sauce: About 30 minutes before serving, create a slurry by mixing the cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Stir this mixture into the slow cooker to thicken the sauce, then cover and continue cooking on high for the remaining 30 minutes.
  6. Serve: Once the sauce has thickened and the chicken is tender, serve the sweet chili chicken over cooked rice. Garnish generously with chopped green onions and sesame seeds for added flavor and visual appeal.

Notes

  • You can use either chicken thighs or breasts; thighs will result in juicier meat while breasts will be leaner.
  • Adjust the cooking time if your slow cooker runs hot or cold, as slow cooker temperatures can vary.
  • For a spicier dish, add red pepper flakes or a small amount of sriracha to the sauce.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can add an extra tablespoon of cornstarch slurry.
  • This recipe is great for meal prepping and keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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Keywords: slow cooker chicken, sweet chili chicken, easy slow cooker recipe, weeknight dinner, Asian chicken recipe, sweet and spicy chicken

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