If my Facebook page is any indication, you guys love using your slow cooker. It was a resounding yes that you wanted more slow cooker recipes. Then the other day I mentioned I was using mine, and at least 20 of you chimed in that you were making something in your slow cooker that same day. I just bought a giant beef roast that I am going to play with next week, so keep the slow cookers ready.
I know lots of people tried Slow Cooker Tikka Masala and loved it, so hopefully this sesame chicken will go over just as well! The sauce comes together in just a few minutes, so it is great for busy nights. Sesame chicken is one of my 8 year olds favorite when we get Chinese take out. This is a much healthier version, that he still really enjoyed.
Cooking chicken in a slow cooker can be a little tricky. It tends to dry out much quicker than beef or pork. I find that starting with frozen chicken breasts helps a little. Or using chicken thighs makes an even bigger difference. Chicken thighs have a little bit more fat in them, so they are much more forgiving if you cook them a little longer. All slow cookers are different with how quickly they cook things, so it can take a little trial and error to make sure your chicken is still tender.
Slow Cooker Honey Sesame Chicken
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, , skinless chicken (breasts or thighs)
- salt and pepper
- 1 small onion, , finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, , grated
- 1 Tbls fresh ginger, , grated
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 Tbls canola oil
- 1/4 -1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 4 tsp cornstarch
- 1/3 cup warm water
- 3 Tbls toasted sesame seeds
- 1 green onion, , chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl combine onion, garlic, ginger, honey, soy sauce, ketchup, canola oil, and red pepper flakes. Mix to combine.
- Place chicken in the slow cooker. Season with salt and pepper. Pour honey mixture over chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours.
- During the last 20 minutes of cooking remove the chicken from the slow cooker. Dissolve cornstarch in the warm water. Add to sauce, and whisk to combine. Cover and cook for 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile shred the chicken. Add back to the sauce, tossing to combine.
- Serve over rice, with a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Garnish with green onions if desired.
Notes
Recipe adapted from Damn Delicious
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Nutrition Information
Yield
8Serving Size
1Amount Per ServingCalories 398 Total Fat 17g Saturated Fat 3g Trans Fat 0g Unsaturated Fat 12g Cholesterol 101mg Sodium 1081mg Carbohydrates 26g Fiber 2g Sugar 19g Protein 36g
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Laura (Tutti Dolci) says
January 17, 2014 at 9:46 amHoney sesame chicken is so good, and I love the convenience of a slow cooker!
Christiane ~ Taking On Magazines says
January 17, 2014 at 12:29 pmI use my slow cooker all the time. Since we adore Asian food, this will be total winner for us too. Pinning it now!
Pretend Chef says
January 17, 2014 at 3:35 pmThis is a favorite of mine when I order takeout as well. I love my slow cooker and can’t wait to give this a try.
Shawn @ IWYD says
January 17, 2014 at 6:11 pmI love sesame chicken, and making it in the crock pot just sounds that much better!
Suzanne says
January 17, 2014 at 10:27 pmSlow cooker recipes are the best for easy and delicious food especially since you can forget about it. This recipes looks like a yummy one.
Emily @ Life on Food says
January 19, 2014 at 4:27 amThis looks delicious. I am wanting some Chinese right now but I would much rather make it myself than go out.
Christine says
February 1, 2014 at 8:52 pmHey there, wow this looks amazing! I am a fan of honey. I am a fan of sesame!!! I need to try this! I just wanted to point out, normally it’s kind of taboo to stick your chopsticks upright like you did in your first pic-rumor has it that it’s traditionally considered a bad omen and likened to incense burning at a funeral. Even though, culture aside it’s still a striking photo;)
Erin S says
February 1, 2014 at 9:10 pmThanks Christine – I had no idea about the chopsticks! Thanks for the compliment, I will have to think about that next time though.