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Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Chicken

A simple and delicious sweet and tangy chicken dish made in a slow cooker, perfect for busy schedules.

  • Total Time: 405 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 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
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 small onion, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • Cooked rice (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken thighs or breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger until well combined.
  3. Layer the sliced red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, and onion on top of the chicken in the slow cooker.
  4. Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables, ensuring everything is evenly coated. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  5. About 30 minutes before serving, mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the slow cooker to thicken the sauce. Cover and cook on high for the remaining 30 minutes.
  6. Once the sauce has thickened, serve the sweet chili chicken over cooked rice. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

For added heat, include some red pepper flakes or sliced jalapeños in the sauce. Experiment with different vegetables like broccoli or snap peas. Adjust sweetness by varying the honey.

  • Author: jessica-baker
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 390 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: slow cooker, chicken, sweet chili, easy dinner, family meal