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Sesame Chicken

Savory Sesame Chicken Bliss: Your Easy Crock Pot Delight

This Easy Gluten-Free Crock Pot Sesame Chicken delivers delightful umami flavors, making any weeknight meal a breeze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Substitute with gluten-free tamari for gluten-free version.
  • 1/4 cup Honey or Brown Sugar Consider using agave syrup for a healthier option.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Try using coconut oil for a subtle twist.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar White vinegar is a suitable substitute.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is best, pre-minced can save time.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Fresh grated ginger is ideal.
For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Thighs Can use chicken breasts, but they may dry out.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Arrowroot powder can serve as a gluten-free alternative.
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Seeds Optional but highly recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Easily omitted if unavailable.

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 grated ginger. Set it aside to allow the flavors to meld.
  2. Spray the inside of your crock pot with non-stick cooking spray. Place the chicken thighs in a single layer inside the crock pot.
  3. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken, ensuring each piece is generously coated. Cover the crock pot with the lid.
  4. Set your crock pot to low and cook for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and can easily be shredded.
  5. Create a cornstarch slurry by mixing cornstarch with a small amount of water and stir this into the crock pot to thicken the sauce.
  6. Serve your sesame chicken, drizzling some of the sauce over the top and garnishing with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 27gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh garlic and ginger. It's important that each piece of chicken is well-coated in the sauce to achieve the savory-sweet perfection.

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