Crock Pot Oriental Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this savory and sweet Crock Pot Oriental Chicken recipe! Juicy, tender chicken breasts are slow-cooked in a fragrant blend of soy sauce, honey, hoisin, rice vinegar, garlic, and sesame oil, creating an irresistible sauce infused with bold Asian-inspired flavors. The effortless preparation and simmering magic of the crock pot make this dish perfect for busy days, while a quick cornstarch slurry brings the sauce to glossy perfection. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions for an extra layer of texture and taste, this dish pairs beautifully with fluffy rice or silky noodles for a comforting, wholesome meal. If you're craving an easy slow-cooker chicken recipe with rich, vibrant flavors, this crowd-pleaser is a must-try!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.5 cup soy sauce
- 0.25 cup honey
- 0.25 cup hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 4 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced
- 4 servings cooked rice or noodles
Directions
Step 1
Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crock pot in a single layer.
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, ground ginger, and sesame oil until well combined.
Step 3
Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well coated.
Step 4
Cover the crock pot with a lid and cook on low heat for 6–8 hours or on high heat for 4–5 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Step 5
Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the crock pot and shred it into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
Step 6
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry.
Step 7
Stir the slurry into the sauce in the crock pot, then return the shredded chicken to the pot. Stir well to coat the chicken with the thickened sauce.
Step 8
Let the chicken and sauce cook on high heat for an additional 15–20 minutes, until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
Step 9
Garnish the chicken with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
Step 10
Serve the Oriental chicken over cooked rice or noodles, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1488.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2332.8 |
| Total Fat 47.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 9.2g | |
| Cholesterol 593.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6180.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 219.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 68.2g | |
| Protein 243.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 7.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 228.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2648.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories