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Flavorful Sweet Chili Chicken Crockpot Recipe Easy Cozy Dinners

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A comforting and easy slow cooker recipe featuring tender chicken simmered in a sweet chili sauce with garlic, ginger, and soy. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs (680 g) chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 cup (240 ml) sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon (15 g) fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) honey
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) rice vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Trim any excess fat from chicken breasts or thighs. Optionally cut into 2-3 inch chunks. Pat dry with paper towels.
  2. In a bowl or measuring jug, combine sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir well.
  3. Place chicken evenly in the bottom of the crockpot without stacking tightly. Pour sauce mixture evenly over the chicken.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and is tender.
  5. About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle sliced green onions and sesame seeds on top. Add quick-cooking veggies like snap peas or bell peppers if desired.
  6. Serve hot over steamed rice, noodles, or cauliflower rice. Spoon extra sauce on top.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before cooking to help sauce stick and prevent watery results. Do not stir during cooking to avoid shredding chicken too much. If sauce is too thin after cooking, remove chicken and simmer sauce on stove for 5 minutes to thicken. Use fresh garlic and ginger for best flavor. Avoid overcrowding crockpot for even cooking.

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