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Slow Cooker Sesame Chicken Keto Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Low Carb

Description

This Slow Cooker Sesame Chicken Keto recipe offers a delicious and easy way to enjoy tender, flavorful chicken thighs cooked low and slow. Enhanced with a sweet and savory blend of soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger, this keto-friendly dish is perfect for a healthy, satisfying meal. With minimal prep and simple ingredients, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or meal prepping.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Sauce

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons erythritol or your favorite sweetener
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced

Garnishes

  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • 1/4 cup green onions, sliced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken thighs into the slow cooker, ensuring they are evenly distributed for consistent cooking.
  2. Make the Sauce: In a separate bowl, thoroughly mix together the soy sauce, sesame oil, chicken broth, erythritol, minced garlic, and minced ginger to create a flavorful sauce.
  3. Add the Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the chicken thighs in the slow cooker, coating all pieces.
  4. Cook Slow and Low: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to cook on the low setting for 6 to 8 hours, or until the chicken becomes tender and easily shredded.
  5. Shred and Combine: Once cooked, shred the chicken in the slow cooker using two forks, then stir in the sesame seeds to add texture and nuttiness.
  6. Serve: Dish out the shredded sesame chicken and garnish with sliced green onions for a fresh, vibrant finish. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use erythritol or a low-carb sweetener to keep the recipe keto-friendly.
  • Chicken thighs are preferred for their tenderness and flavor but boneless, skinless chicken breasts can be used as an alternative.
  • For more flavor, you can toast sesame seeds before adding them to the chicken.
  • This recipe can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, thicken it on the stovetop after cooking with a cornstarch slurry or xanthan gum.
  • Serve with cauliflower rice or steamed vegetables to keep the meal keto-compliant.

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