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Delicious slow cooker hoisin chicken served with vegetables and rice

Slow Cooker Hoisin Chicken

A delicious and easy dish featuring tender chicken thighs cooked in a sweet and savory hoisin sauce, perfect for busy days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • for serving cooked rice or noodles

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a slow cooker, combine the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and rice vinegar.
  2. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then add them to the slow cooker, making sure they are well coated in the sauce.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
Serving
  1. Serve the chicken over cooked rice or noodles, drizzling additional sauce from the slow cooker on top.

Notes

Leftover Slow Cooker Hoisin Chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. For longer storage, freeze it in a freezer-safe bag or container. Reheat thoroughly before serving. Consider marinating the chicken in hoisin sauce for extra flavor or adding chili paste for spice.