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Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Chicken

Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Chicken

  • Author: Michael
  • Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 to 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Chicken is a comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken thighs slow-cooked in a sweet and spicy sauce made with natural sweet chili sauce, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and aromatic spices. This easy recipe is great for busy weeknights or meal prepping, delivering juicy, tasty chicken with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 6 chicken thighs, bone-in

Sauce

  • 1 cup sweet chili sauce (natural)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (natural)
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes (adjust to taste)

Garnish

  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Mince the garlic and grate the ginger. Chop the green onions and cilantro for garnishing after cooking to keep their fresh flavor.
  2. Combine the Sauce: In a bowl, mix together the sweet chili sauce (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar, brown sugar (natural), grated ginger, minced garlic, and red chili flakes. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is well combined.
  3. Add Chicken to Slow Cooker: Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken making sure each piece is evenly coated with the sauce.
  4. Slow Cook to Perfection: Cover and cook on low heat for 5 to 6 hours or on high heat for 2 to 3 hours, until the chicken is tender and flavorful.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Once cooking is complete, sprinkle chopped green onions and fresh cilantro over the chicken. Serve hot over jasmine rice, quinoa, noodles, or with steamed vegetables.

Notes

  • Use bone-in chicken thighs for juicier, more flavorful meat.
  • Do not skip the apple cider vinegar; it balances the sweetness and brightens the flavor.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning before serving, especially the salt and red chili flakes, to suit your preferences.
  • For best flavor, place chicken at the bottom to absorb heat evenly and keep sauce around it.
  • Add green onions and cilantro just before serving to maintain freshness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 to 6 hours on low or 2 to 3 hours on high
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Asian-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: slow cooker chicken, sweet chili chicken, easy dinner, meal prep, spicy chicken, slow cooker recipes

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