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Slow Cooker Chicken and Broccoli

This dish features tender chicken and vibrant broccoli simmered in a savory sauce, creating a comforting meal that’s easy to prepare and perfect for busy nights.

  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 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
  • 2 Tablespoons corn starch
  • 3 Tablespoons water
  • White Rice (for serving)
  • Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

  • Spray the slow cooker with nonstick spray.
  • Layer chicken breasts at the bottom and add broccoli on top.
  • Whisk together chicken broth, soy sauce, maple syrup, sesame oil, salt, pepper, garlic, ginger, and onion flakes.
  • Pour sauce mixture over chicken and broccoli.
  • Cover and cook on high for 3 hours or low for 5-6 hours.
  • Make a slurry with cornstarch and water, stir into slow cooker, and cook until thickened.
  • Serve over white rice, garnish with sesame seeds.

Notes

Adjust cooking times based on your slow cooker’s performance.
Consider marinating the chicken for enhanced flavor.
Add crushed red pepper flakes for heat if desired.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3-6 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg