Crock Pot Sesame-Seed Chicken

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1
Crock Pot Sesame-Seed Chicken is a delicious and healthy dish perfect for busy weeknights
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

3 hours

Ready In

3 hours 10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 lbs skinless chicken thighs
1/2 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons sherry wine
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
356
Sugar
15g
Fat
17g
Crock Pot Sesame-Seed Chicken is a delicious and healthy meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Soft and juicy chicken thighs are cooked in a flavorful sauce of soy sauce, sherry wine, brown sugar, and ginger, among other things, that makes them savory and delicious. The best part is that it can be prepared in the morning and cooked in a crockpot, making it one of the easiest meals ever. This dish is perfect for anyone who wants to eat healthily but doesn't have time to spend hours in the kitchen. It pairs perfectly with rice or noodles for a complete, satisfying meal.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, sherry wine, brown sugar, garlic powder, ground ginger, and ketchup then mix well
2.Place chicken in the crockpot then pour the sauce over the chicken
3.Cover and cook the chicken on high for 2-3 hours or low for 4-6 hours
4.Once the chicken is tender and cooked through, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over it
5.Serve hot with your favorite vegetables and rice

PROS

Crock Pot Sesame-Seed Chicken is incredibly easy to make and only requires a few ingredients.

It’s a great make-ahead meal and leftovers taste just as good as fresh.

This dish is full of flavor and comes with numerous health benefits.

The combination of soy sauce, garlic, and ginger provides numerous anti-inflammatory benefits to the body.

CONS

The dish uses chicken thighs which can be high in fat compared to other chicken cuts.

It can be high in sodium due to the use of soy sauce, so adjust the quantity according to your taste.

Some may find the dish too sweet due to the use of brown sugar and ketchup.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Crock Pot Sesame-Seed Chicken is full of health benefits.
The chicken is an excellent source of protein, which is essential for tissue repair and muscle building.
The use of soy sauce provides numerous health benefits such as reducing the risk of heart disease and lowering cholesterol levels.
Garlic and ginger help reduce inflammation and improve blood circulation.

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