Best 6 Sesame Chicken For Slow Cooker Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable flavors of Sesame Chicken, a classic dish that combines the savory taste of chicken with a sweet and tangy sauce. This versatile dish can be effortlessly prepared in a slow cooker, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Our collection of recipes offers a variety of options to cater to diverse preferences, from the classic and beloved Sesame Chicken with its iconic sauce to innovative variations that incorporate unique ingredients and cooking techniques. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the diverse flavors of Sesame Chicken, ensuring an unforgettable dining experience.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CROCKPOT SESAME CHICKEN RECIPE



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This Crockpot Sesame Chicken is a more flavorful, health-i-fied version of a take-out classic! One of my go-to throw and go, quick and easy recipes!

Provided by Jennifer Debth

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h5m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds chicken breasts (uncooked boneless skinless)
1 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup seasoned rice vinegar
1/4 cup soy sauce (or gluten free alternative)
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon ketchup
2 cloves garlic (minced or pressed)
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more to taste)
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup cornstarch
Sesame seeds, cilantro, and red pepper flakes (optional for topping)
Rice, brown rice, or cauliflower rice (for serving)

Steps:

  • Grease your crockpot with cooking spray.
  • Whisk together sauce ingredients: broth, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, ketchup, garlic, red pepper flakes, ginger, and pepper.
  • Pour half the sauce into crockpot.
  • Place chicken into crockpot.
  • Pour the rest of the sauce over the chicken.
  • Place the lid on and cook on LOW for 4 hours or HIGH for 2 hours.
  • Remove chicken from crockpot and set aside.
  • Whisk the cornstarch into the sauce until well combined.
  • Place chicken back into crockpot and cover.
  • Cook for an additional 30 mins on HIGH (if you cooked on HIGH before) or 1 hour on HIGH (if you cooked on low before).
  • Remove chicken, cut into chunks, then stir back into sauce.
  • Serve with your choice of rice and additional toppings and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Protein 50 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 145 mg, Sodium 1327 mg, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SLOW COOKER SESAME CHICKEN



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Slow cooker sesame chicken. Serve over rice. You can also serve with cooked vegetables (broccoli would be good).

Provided by OnOnRU

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 3h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup honey
⅓ cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons Sriracha
1 tablespoon garlic-infused olive oil
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger root, or to taste
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 dashes Worcestershire sauce
1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, or to taste

Steps:

  • Stir honey, soy sauce, Sriracha, oil, ginger, garlic, and Worcestershire sauce together in a small bowl.
  • Spread chicken in the bottom of a slow cooker. Add cornstarch and toss to coat. Pour honey-soy mixture over top and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
  • Cook on Low until chicken is tender, no longer pink in the centers, and juices run clear, 3 to 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.1 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 58.5 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 23.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 852.4 mg, Sugar 23.5 g

SLOW-COOKER SESAME CHICKEN WITH CASHEWS



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This better-than-takeout sesame chicken has a flavor-packed sweet and slightly spicy sauce, fresh broccoli and roasted cashews for added crunch.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 2h40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon unseasoned rice vinegar
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
1-inch piece fresh gingerroot, peeled and grated
4 teaspoons finely chopped fresh garlic
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 package (20 oz) boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons cornstarch
4 cups small fresh broccoli florets
1/2 cup salted roasted whole cashews
2 teaspoons toasted sesame seed
Sliced green onions, if desired
Cooked white rice, if desired

Steps:

  • Spray 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In medium bowl, mix 1/4 cup chicken broth, the honey, 2 tablespoons of the soy sauce, the rice vinegar, sesame oil, gingerroot, garlic and red pepper. Add chicken and mix to coat; transfer to slow cooker.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 2 to 2 1/2 hours or until chicken is no longer pink. In small bowl, mix cornstarch and remaining 2 tablespoons chicken broth; stir into slow cooker. Cover; cook on High heat setting 15 to 20 minutes or until bubbly around edges and starting to thicken.
  • Add remaining 2 tablespoons soy sauce and the broccoli to slow cooker, mixing to coat broccoli with sauce mixture; cover and continue cooking 10 to 15 minutes or until broccoli is crisp-tender. Stir in cashews. Before serving, sprinkle with sesame seed, and garnish with sliced green onions. Serve with cooked white rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 135 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1170 mg, Sugar 20 g, TransFat 0 g

SLOW COOKER SESAME CHICKEN



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This slow cooker sesame chicken is delicious and easy to make!

Provided by Vicki Picotte

Categories     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lb boneless/skinless chicken breasts
1/2 c honey
1/4 c soy sauce
2 Tbsp dried onion
2 Tbsp ketchup
1 Tbsp oil
1/2 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp cornstarch dissolved in 3 tablespoons water
sesame seeds

Steps:

  • 1. Put chicken into crock pot.
  • 2. Combine honey, soy sauce, onion, ketchup, oil, and garlic. Pour over chicken.
  • 3. Cook on low for 3-4 hours or on high 1 1/2 - 2 1/2 hours, or just until chicken is cooked through. Remove chicken from crock pot, leave sauce.
  • 4. Dissolve 2 teaspoons of cornstarch in 3 tablespoons of water and pour into crock pot. Stir to combine with sauce. Replace lid and cook sauce on high for ten more minutes or until slightly thickened.
  • 5. Cut chicken into bite size pieces and return to crock pot - can leave chicken in and simmer on low or serve. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve over rice.

SLOW COOKER SESAME CHICKEN THIGHS



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These succulent slow cooker sesame chicken thighs will make you ask for seconds! Serve over rice.

Provided by Stephanie

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 3h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

⅓ cup packed brown sugar
½ cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons sesame seeds
2 tablespoons dry sherry
2 tablespoons ketchup
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground ginger
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs

Steps:

  • Mix brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame seeds, sherry, ketchup, garlic powder, and ginger together in a bowl.
  • Place chicken thighs in the bottom of a slow cooker. Pour sauce over top.
  • Cover and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, on Low, 6 to 8 hours, or High, 3 to 4 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.8 calories, Carbohydrate 25.5 g, Cholesterol 70.1 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 22.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 2003.2 mg, Sugar 20.2 g

SLOW COOKER SESAME CHICKEN RECIPE



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This slow cooker sesame chicken is a flavor-packed dish that will please even the fussiest of eaters. It's super easy to prepare and will easily feed a family of four.

Provided by Gus

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h45m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 kg (2.2 lb) chicken breasts
1 onion, diced
1 tsp garlic, crushed
½ cup honey
¼ cup soy sauce
¼ cup ketchup
¼ cup rice vinegar
1 Tbsp sesame oil
2 Tbsp sesame seeds, lightly toasted
2 Tbsp cornstarch
3 Tbsp water

Steps:

  • In a slow cooker, add the chicken breasts, onion, garlic, honey, soy sauce, ketchup, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
  • Cook on low for 6-8 hours.
  • Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and put it to the side.
  • Combine the cornstarch and water to form a paste. Mix into the sauce in the slow cooker.
  • Add the chicken back into the slow cooker and cook on high for 30 minutes.
  • Slice the chicken and serve with the sauce.
  • Sprinkle sesame seeds over the top of the chicken.
  • Serve & Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 4.0 g, Calories 670.0 kcal, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, TransFat 0.3 g, Cholesterol 160 mg, Sodium 1305 mg, Carbohydrate 47 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 40 g, Protein 55 g

Tips:

  • Use a slow cooker with a capacity of at least 6 quarts to ensure that all the ingredients fit comfortably.
  • To save time, use pre-cooked chicken breasts or thighs. You can also use frozen chicken, but be sure to thaw it completely before cooking.
  • If you don't have sesame seeds, you can use another type of nut or seed, such as peanuts, almonds, or cashews.
  • Serve the sesame chicken over rice, noodles, or stir-fried vegetables.

Conclusion:

This slow cooker sesame chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and slightly sweet. Serve it over rice, noodles, or stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal. This recipe is also a great way to use up leftover chicken.

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