Delicious and easy to make Slow Cooker Hoisin Chicken recipe

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Delicious and easy to make Slow Cooker Hoisin Chicken recipe
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
4 mins
Total Time:
9mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on March 14, 2024

This slow cooker hoisin chicken recipe is perfect for a busy day when you want a flavorful and comforting meal. The savory and sweet hoisin sauce adds a delicious depth of flavor to the tender chicken. Serve this dish over rice or noodles for a satisfying and hearty meal that the whole family will enjoy.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup hoisin sauce
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, minced
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water
  • Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Directions

  1. In a bowl, mix together hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and black pepper.
  2. Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over the chicken.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or until chicken is tender.
  4. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Stir the slurry into the sauce in the slow cooker to thicken.
  5. Cook for an additional 15 minutes or until the sauce has thickened.
  6. Serve the hoisin chicken over rice or noodles, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

Interesting Facts

  • Hoisin sauce is a popular Asian condiment made from soybeans, garlic, sugar, and spices.
  • Slow cooking chicken thighs in hoisin sauce allows the flavors to meld together and creates a tender and flavorful dish.
  • This recipe is customizable - you can add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli to the slow cooker for added nutrition and flavor.