Slow Cooker Mongolian Chicken
Slow Cooker Mongolian Chicken is a savory delight that transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable meal. With tender chicken simmered in a rich sauce of soy, garlic, and ginger, this dish fills your home with an enticing aroma that makes your mouth water. Perfect for busy days, it’s as easy as tossing everything in the slow cooker and letting it work its magic. Serve it over fluffy rice or in warm tortillas for a flavor-packed dinner that will impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp freshly grated ginger
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your countertop.
- Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker and season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and chicken broth until combined.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken with two forks and return to the sauce.
- Serve over rice or in tortillas, drizzling extra sauce on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, sear the chicken before adding it to the slow cooker. - Substitute tamari for a gluten-free option or add crushed red pepper for heat. - Incorporate vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for extra nutrition.