Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Chicken (Print-Friendly Version)
Tender chicken slow-cooked in sweet chili sauce—delicious for tacos, bowls, or family dinners.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
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2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
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½ cup sweet chili sauce
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1 cup chicken stock
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¼ teaspoon salt
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¼ cup soy sauce
→ After Cooking
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¼ cup water
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2 tablespoons cornstarch or arrowroot powder
→ Garnish
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Cilantro
# How to Make It:
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Stir together the sweet chili sauce, chicken stock, salt, and soy sauce in the insert of a 5-6 quart slow cooker.
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Add the chicken to the slow cooker and toss to coat. Cook on low for 2 ½-3 ½ hours.
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30 minutes before serving, stir together the water and cornstarch. Add to the slow cooker and stir quickly. Cover with the lid immediately.
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Turn the slow cooker to high and cook for 20-30 minutes until the sauce is slightly thickened. Monitor to prevent burning.
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Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred using two forks.
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Pour as much sauce over the shredded chicken as desired (approximately half the sauce) and stir to coat.
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Garnish the chicken with cilantro before serving.
# Extra Suggestions:
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To make this recipe gluten-free, use tamari, coconut aminos, or liquid soy seasoning instead of soy sauce.
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For a freezer meal version, assemble ingredients (except cornstarch and water) in a freezer-safe bag or container. Freeze for up to 3 months and thaw completely before cooking.