Ingredients
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- 2 lbs Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1 cup Soy sauce, low sodium
- 1/2 cup Rice vinegar, can substitute with apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup Brown sugar, can use honey for a different sweetness
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon Grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes, adjust for heat level
- 2 Green onions, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, cornstarch, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
- Add chicken to the crockpot: Place the chicken thighs in the crockpot and pour the sauce over them, ensuring they are well coated.
- Cook the chicken: Cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Shred the chicken: Once done, shred the chicken using two forks and stir to combine with the sauce, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Serve and garnish: Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions for added freshness and flavor.
Notes
Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for optimum tenderness and flavor. Pair the dish with steamed rice to soak up the delicious sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 420 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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