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Crock Pot Sesame Chicken

Crock Pot Sesame Chicken
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A delicious and effortless Crock Pot Sesame Chicken recipe featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich, flavorful sauce with sesame essence, balanced sweetness, and tang. Perfect for a quick, savory dinner with minimal prep and easy-to-find ingredients, this comforting Asian-inspired dish is family-friendly and ideal for meal prep.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Sauce

  • 1/2 cup soy sauce (or tamari/coconut aminos for gluten-free)
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger

Thickening & Garnishes

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon water (for slurry)
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions, sliced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Place boneless, skinless chicken breasts evenly at the bottom of your crock pot to ensure consistent cooking.
  2. Make the sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create a rich, savory-sweet sauce base.
  3. Combine and cook: Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken in the crock pot. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours until the chicken is tender and infused with flavor.
  4. Thicken the sauce: About 30 minutes before serving, mix cornstarch with water to form a slurry and stir it into the crock pot. This will thicken the sauce to a luscious glaze.
  5. Add finishing touches: Before serving, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions on top for added flavor and presentation.

Notes

  • Use fresh garlic and ginger for the best flavor; avoid powders or pre-minced versions.
  • Don’t skip the cornstarch slurry to achieve a silky, glazed sauce rather than a thin broth.
  • For richer flavor, marinate chicken in half the sauce overnight before cooking.
  • Add quick-cooking vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas during the last hour for a crisp texture.
  • Lightly toast sesame seeds in a dry pan before garnishing to enhance nuttiness.

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Keywords: Crock Pot Sesame Chicken, Slow Cooker Chicken, Asian Chicken Recipe, Easy Dinner, Gluten Free Sesame Chicken

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