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Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Chicken

Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Chicken

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

Description

Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Chicken is a comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken thighs cooked in a balanced sweet and tangy sauce made from wholesome natural ingredients. Its effortless preparation and juicy texture make it an ideal meal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, perfect for the whole family and customizable to your taste preferences.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs chicken thighs, trimmed and patted dry
  • 1 cup sweet chili sauce (natural)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar (natural)
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 green onions, freshly chopped for garnish
  • 1/2 tsp natural gelling agent (optional, to thicken sauce)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Start by trimming and patting dry your chicken thighs. Mince the garlic cloves and chop the red bell pepper into bite-sized pieces. Having everything ready makes the cooking process smooth and stress-free.
  2. Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the sweet chili sauce (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar, brown sugar (natural), and minced garlic. This creates a vibrant, flavorful sauce to coat the chicken.
  3. Combine in Slow Cooker: Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker and pour the prepared sauce evenly over them. Add the chopped red bell pepper on top and gently stir to combine all ingredients as much as possible.
  4. Cook Low and Slow: Set your slow cooker to low and cook for 5 to 6 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through, ensuring juicy and flavorful meat.
  5. Thicken the Sauce if Desired: About 15 to 20 minutes before the cooking time ends, if you prefer a thicker sauce, stir in a pinch of natural gelling agent allowing it to blend and thicken perfectly.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped green onions over the dish before serving to add color and fresh mild onion flavor that brightens the meal.

Notes

  • Choose bone-in chicken thighs for more flavor without needing extra fat.
  • Avoid lifting the slow cooker lid frequently to maintain heat and cook evenly.
  • Use a natural gelling agent to get a glossy, thick sauce without overpowering flavors.
  • Taste the sauce halfway through cooking and adjust sweetness or acidity as needed.
  • Prepare ingredients the night before and refrigerate in the slow cooker insert for an easy start the next day.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 to 6 hours (low) or 3 to 4 hours (high)
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Asian-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: slow cooker, sweet chili chicken, easy dinner, family-friendly, gluten free, slow cooking, sweet and tangy sauce

Find it online: https://quicktastykitchen.com/slow-cooker-sweet-chili-chicken/