Description
Slow Cooker Honey Sesame Chicken is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors that transforms tender chicken thighs into a comforting meal. Effortlessly prepared in a slow cooker, this dish fills your home with mouthwatering aromas, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Serve it over rice or noodles to create a satisfying feast that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather and chop the garlic, measuring all sauces as needed.
- Whisk together honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and rice vinegar in a bowl until combined.
- Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over them, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until chicken is tender.
- Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving.
- Serve over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg