Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 head lettuce, leaves separated and washed
- Chopped green onions and sesame seeds, for garnish
Directions
- In a slow cooker, combine the chicken, chicken broth, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes, and black pepper.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 3-4 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred with two forks.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until combined.
- Add the cornstarch mixture to the slow cooker and stir to combine.
- Add the shredded chicken back to the slow cooker and stir to coat with the sauce.
- Cover and cook on high heat for 15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
- To serve, spoon the chicken mixture into lettuce leaves and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Interesting Facts
- This dish is great for meal prepping and can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- The red pepper flakes can be omitted for a milder dish, or increased for a spicier version.
- This dish can also be served with steamed rice or quinoa for a heartier meal.