Slow cooker sweet chili chicken is a delightful dish that brings together the tangy and spicy flavors of sweet chili sauce, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale:
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup sweet chili sauce
1/4 cup soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons honey (optional)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Start by preparing the chicken. Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker, ensuring they are spread out evenly for proper cooking.
In a mixing bowl, combine the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey (if using), minced garlic, and grated ginger. Whisk until well mixed, making sure there are no lumps.
Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken, ensuring that each piece is well coated. Use a spatula if necessary to help cover all surfaces.
Add salt and black pepper to the slow cooker, distributing evenly over the chicken and sauce to enhance the flavor profile.
Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours. The chicken is done when it easily shreds with a fork.
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
Return the shredded chicken back to the pot, mixing it with the sauce to absorb all the flavors. Stir well to ensure the chicken is thoroughly coated.
For added richness, let the chicken sit in the sauce for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
