Slow Cooker Sesame-Garlic Chicken

Slow Cooker Sesame-Garlic Chicken

from goodhousekeeping.com

This healthier take on a Chinese favorite is almost as easy as picking up takeout!

Ingredients

  • 1/3 c. rice wine (or mirin)
  • 1/3 c. low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/3 c. toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp. brown sugar
  • 2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 8 cloves peeled garlic
  • 1 1-inch piece fresh ginger, sliced into thin coins
  • 4 c. frozen cooked white rice
  • Steamed broccoli, sliced scallion and sliced red chile, for serving

Directions

  1. 1

    In small bowl, whisk together rice wine, soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and brown sugar. 

  2. 2

    In 6-quart slow cooker bowl, layer chicken, soy mixture, garlic, and ginger. Cover bowl with lid and cook until chicken is tender, 5 to 6 hours on Low. 

  3. 3

    Transfer chicken to cutting board; shred and return to slow cooker bowl. Toss to coat in sauce. Serve chicken over rice with broccoli.  Serve topped with scallions and chile.