Description
This Crockpot Broccoli Chicken recipe is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish perfect for busy weeknights. Tender boneless chicken thighs simmered in a savory-sweet sauce infused with garlic, soy, honey, and a hint of spice, paired with fresh broccoli florets, create a comforting meal that’s both nutritious and satisfying. Slow cooking allows the flavors to meld beautifully, making dinner prep effortless.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 6 thighs)
- ¾ cups chicken broth
- ⅓ cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons sesame oil
- 4 tablespoons honey
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons hot sauce (such as sriracha)
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 cups broccoli florets
Optional Toppings
- Sesame seeds
- Sliced green onions
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat dry the chicken thighs and trim any excess fat as needed. Place the thighs evenly into a 4-quart slow cooker.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, hot sauce, and onion powder until well combined.
- Cook Chicken with Sauce: Reserve 4 tablespoons of the sauce mixture for later use. Pour the remaining sauce evenly over the chicken thighs. Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 3 hours or on low for 6 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Thicken the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the reserved 4 tablespoons of sauce with the cornstarch and whisk until smooth to create a slurry. Pour this mixture into the slow cooker and stir gently to combine with the chicken and juices.
- Add Broccoli: Add the broccoli florets to the slow cooker and stir again. Cover and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes, allowing the broccoli to steam and the sauce to thicken further.
- Final Seasoning and Serve: Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning by adding salt and pepper as desired. Serve the crockpot broccoli chicken hot over rice, and garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for extra flavor and texture.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 6 weeks.
- For a less spicy version, reduce or omit the hot sauce.
- You can substitute chicken breasts for thighs but expect a slightly drier texture.
- Add other vegetables like sliced bell peppers or snap peas during the last 30 minutes for variety.
- Ensure broccoli florets are fresh to retain a crisp-tender texture after slow cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 cup chicken with sauce and broccoli)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
