Crock Pot Cinnamon Stick Chicken with Soy and Ginger
Infuse your kitchen with tantalizing aromas by preparing this Crock Pot Cinnamon Stick Chicken with Soy and Ginger, a flavorful slow-cooked dish that's perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekend dinners. This recipe marries tender, bone-in chicken thighs with an irresistible sweet and savory sauce crafted from soy sauce, honey, grated fresh ginger, and garlic. The surprising addition of warm cinnamon sticks adds a unique depth, while rice vinegar and sesame oil deliver a touch of tang and nuttiness. Slow-cooked to perfection, this dish is effortlessly prepped in just 15 minutes and becomes fork-tender over hours of low, simmering heat. Serve this aromatic masterpiece over steamed rice or with your favorite vegetables, topped with scallions and sesame seeds for a beautiful, flavorful finish. Perfect for fans of Asian-inspired cuisine, this crock pot chicken recipe is a must-try for its simplicity and bold, comforting flavors!
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Ingredients
- 6 pieces bone-in chicken thighs
- 2 sticks cinnamon sticks
- 0.5 cups soy sauce
- 0.25 cups honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 0.5 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 stalks scallions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and set aside.
Step 2
In the bottom of your crock pot, place the sliced onion to create a bed for the chicken.
Step 3
Add the chicken thighs on top of the onions in a single layer.
Step 4
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, chicken broth, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and black pepper until well combined.
Step 5
Pour the soy sauce mixture evenly over the chicken thighs.
Step 6
Tuck the cinnamon sticks into the crock pot, ensuring they are nestled among the chicken and onions.
Step 7
Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or on high heat for 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and infused with flavor.
Step 8
Once done, carefully remove the cinnamon sticks and discard them.
Step 9
Transfer the chicken and some of the sauce to a serving platter.
Step 10
Garnish with chopped scallions and sesame seeds, if desired, before serving.
Step 11
Serve the chicken warm over steamed rice or alongside vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2048.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3678.3 |
| Total Fat 252.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 67.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.0g | |
| Cholesterol 1215mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5953.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 84.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 57.4g | |
| Protein 261.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 448.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4313.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories