Introducing a chicken dish that’s simple yet packed with flavor. This savory slow-cooked chicken is incredibly tender and drenched in a glossy, rich sauce that you’ll want to pour over everything. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or when you want something delicious without much fuss. Here’s how to make it:
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs boneless chicken breasts (or leg quarters)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 clove minced garlic
- ⅛ teaspoon pepper
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons water
Instructions:
- Preparation: Start by placing the chicken in your crockpot.
- Sauce Mixture: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, garlic, and pepper until well combined.
- Slow Cooking: Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken in the crockpot. Ensure all pieces are well coated. Set the crockpot on low and let it cook for about 4-5 hours.
- Prepping the Chicken: Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken from the slow cooker. Chop it into bite-sized cubes and set aside.
- Making the Sauce: Strain the cooking liquid from the crockpot into a skillet. Bring this liquid to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Thickening the Sauce: While waiting for the sauce to boil, whisk together cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth. Slowly pour this mixture into the boiling sauce while stirring continuously. Reduce the heat to low, allowing the sauce to simmer and thicken for about 2-3 minutes.
- Combining Chicken and Sauce: Toss the cubed chicken back into the skillet, ensuring every piece gets generously coated with the sauce. Allow the chicken to heat through for a couple of minutes.
Serving Suggestion: Serve this savory chicken over a bed of steamed rice or noodles. Sprinkle some chopped green onions or sesame seeds on top for an added touch.
Enjoy your meal, and remember – good things come to those who wait, especially when slow cooking!