Slow Cooker Ginger Habanero Chicken – Spicy Spanish Dish

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0
Slow Cooker Ginger Habanero Chicken - Spicy Spanish Dish
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

6 hours

Ready In

6 hours 15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 onion , sliced
1 tablespoon candied ginger
2 habanero chili peppers , tops removed , minced
1/2 teaspoon allspice
2 tablespoons dry mustard
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil
olive oil flavored cooking spray
3 lbs chicken breasts , boneless , skinless
jasmine rice
3 lbs chicken breasts , boneless , skinless

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
302
Sugar
4g
Fat
11g
This Slow Cooker Ginger Habanero Chicken is a spicy Spanish dish that combines the heat of habanero peppers with the sweetness of candied ginger. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful blend of spices and soy sauce before being slow-cooked to perfection. Serve it with jasmine rice for a complete meal. This dish is perfect for a cold evening or when you want to spice up your mealtime routine. The heat of the habanero peppers can be balanced out by serving it with a refreshing salad or cooling side dish.

Instructions

1.Combine the sliced onions, minced habanero pepper, candied ginger, allspice, dry mustard, and black pepper in a bowl.
2.In a separate bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, and olive oil.
3.Spray the slow cooker with cooking spray and place the chicken breasts in the bottom.
4.Pour the onion and spice mixture over the chicken and toss to coat.
5.Pour the balsamic vinegar and soy sauce mixture over the chicken.
6.Set the slow cooker on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-6 hours.
7.Before serving, shred the chicken with two forks.

PROS

This dish is easy to make and has a unique flavor combination of sweet and spicy.

The slow cooking method makes the chicken tender and juicy.

Serving the chicken with jasmine rice can make for a complete meal.

CONS

The habanero peppers may be too spicy for some individuals.

Candied ginger may not be available in some areas.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is high in protein and low in fat, making it a healthy meat choice.
Habanero peppers contain capsaicin, which has been linked to reducing inflammation and pain.
Ginger has been linked to aiding digestion and reducing inflammation.

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