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Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Chicken Recipe

Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Chicken Recipe
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4.8 from 10 reviews

This Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Chicken is a perfectly balanced, flavorful dish combining tender chicken thighs or breasts with a tangy sweet chili sauce, aromatic garlic and ginger, and vibrant bell peppers. Slow-cooked to juicy perfection and thickened with a cornstarch slurry, it’s an easy, satisfying meal served over rice and garnished with fresh green onions and sesame seeds.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts

Sauce

  • 1 cup sweet chili sauce
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

Vegetables

  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 small onion, sliced

Thickening Slurry

  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water

Garnishes & Serving

  • Green onions, chopped, for garnish
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish
  • Cooked rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Slow Cooker: Place the chicken thighs or breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker to form an even layer.
  2. Make the Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the sweet chili sauce, low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger until well combined to create a flavorful marinade.
  3. Add Vegetables: Layer the sliced red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, and onion on top of the chicken in the slow cooker, distributing them evenly.
  4. Combine and Cook: Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and vegetables, making sure everything is coated evenly. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  5. Thicken the Sauce: About 30 minutes before serving, mix the cornstarch with water in a small bowl to create a slurry. Stir this into the slow cooker, cover, and cook on high for the final 30 minutes to thicken the sauce.
  6. Serve: Once the sauce has thickened, spoon the sweet chili chicken over cooked rice. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds for added freshness and texture.

Notes

  • Chicken thighs provide more moisture and richness, but chicken breasts can be used for a leaner option.
  • For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
  • Make sure not to skip the cornstarch slurry step to ensure your sauce is perfectly thickened.
  • Can be made in advance and reheated; the flavors improve after sitting overnight.
  • Serve with steamed vegetables or a side salad for a complete meal.

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