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Recipe by:

Elena SMITH

Savory Slow Cooker Mongolian Chicken

A flavorful, tender dish that simmers in savory soy sauce and ginger, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

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  • 2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • ½ cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 Tbsp. freshly minced ginger
  • 4 cloves minced garlic
  • ¼ cup cornstarch For coating the chicken.
  • 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil For searing.
  • sliced green onions For garnish.
  • sesame seeds For garnish.

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Skillet For searing the chicken.
  • Whisk For mixing the sauce ingredients.
  • Serving dish

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry and coat them in cornstarch in a medium bowl.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until golden-brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  3. Whisk the soy sauce, brown sugar, minced ginger, and garlic together in the slow cooker.
  4. Add the seared chicken to the slow cooker, coat well with the sauce, and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.
  5. Once the chicken is fork-tender, shred it with two forks in the slow cooker and stir through the sauce. Serve over rice garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

Don’t skip the searing step for depth of flavor. Adjust the cooking time as needed based on your slow cooker performance.