Description
A simple, hands-off slow cooker meal featuring tender chicken coated in a sweet and savory chili sauce, perfect for easy dinners and meal prep.
Ingredients
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Boneless, skinless chicken breasts – 2 pounds (900 g)
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Sweet chili sauce – 1 cup (240 ml)
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Soy sauce – 1/4 cup (60 ml)
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Honey – 2 tablespoons (30 ml)
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Garlic, minced – 4 cloves
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Fresh ginger, grated – 1 tablespoon
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Rice vinegar – 1 tablespoon (15 ml)
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Cornstarch – 1 tablespoon (8 g)
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Water – 2 tablespoons (30 ml)
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Salt – 1/2 teaspoon
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Black pepper – 1/4 teaspoon
Instructions
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Whisk sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
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Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker and pour sauce over them.
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Cook on low for 4–5 hours or high for 2–3 hours until tender.
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Mix cornstarch and water, stir into the slow cooker, and cook 30 minutes more to thicken.
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Shred chicken or serve whole with sauce.
Notes
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Chicken thighs can be substituted for breasts.
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Adjust sweetness by adding more or less honey.
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Serve over rice, noodles, or vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4–5 hours