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Slow Cooker Chicken and Broccoli Recipe

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A flavorful and easy Slow Cooker Chicken and Broccoli recipe that combines tender chicken breasts and fresh broccoli cooked in a savory soy-maple sauce, perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner served over white rice.

  • Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Protein and Vegetables

  • 3 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets

Slow Cooker Sauce

  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • ⅓ cup soy sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 Tablespoon dried onion flakes

Thickener

  • 2 Tablespoons corn starch
  • 3 Tablespoons water

To Serve

  • White rice, cooked as desired
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the slow cooker: Spray your slow cooker with a nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  2. Arrange chicken and broccoli: Place the boneless skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker. Layer the fresh broccoli florets on top of the chicken.
  3. Make the sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, soy sauce, pure maple syrup, sesame oil, salt, pepper, minced garlic, ground ginger, and dried onion flakes until well combined.
  4. Add sauce to slow cooker: Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the chicken and broccoli in the slow cooker, ensuring everything is well coated.
  5. Cook slowly: Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 3 hours or on low for 5 to 6 hours. To keep broccoli crisper, wait and add it during the last 30 minutes of cooking instead of at the beginning.
  6. Prepare thickening slurry: In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth to create a slurry for thickening the sauce.
  7. Thicken the sauce: Stir the cornstarch slurry into the slow cooker contents. Cover and cook for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until the sauce has thickened nicely.
  8. Serve: Spoon the chicken and broccoli mixture over cooked white rice. Garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds for added flavor and texture. Enjoy your slow cooker meal!

Notes

  • For crisper broccoli, add it during the last 30 minutes of slow cooking rather than at the beginning.
  • You can substitute chicken thighs for chicken breasts if preferred, but cooking times may vary.
  • Adjust the amount of soy sauce if you desire a saltier or milder flavor.
  • If you want a gluten-free version, use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari.
  • Serve with steamed white rice or substitute with brown rice or cauliflower rice for a healthier alternative.
  • Make sure to whisk the cornstarch slurry well to avoid lumps when thickening the sauce.
  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://avascooking.com/slow-cooker-chicken-and-broccoli-recipe/