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Crockpot Kung Pao Chicken: A Comfortingly Bold Weeknight Hero

Crockpot Kung Pao Chicken: Your Comforting Weeknight Hero

Crockpot Kung Pao Chicken: A Comfortingly Bold Weeknight Hero that combines spicy, tangy, and nutty flavors with minimal effort, perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Thighs Tender and juicy, ideal for slow cooking
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Essential for saltiness and umami
  • 1/4 cup Hoisin Sauce Adds sweetness and depth
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar Provides acidity and brightness
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Delivers the signature heat
For the Crunch
  • 1/2 cup Peanuts Adds crunch and nutty flavor
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Bell Peppers Brings color and sweetness to the dish

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by gathering your ingredients for the flavorful Crockpot Kung Pao Chicken. Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker and add soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and crushed red pepper flakes. Ensure the chicken is well-coated in the sauce.
  2. Gently stir the ingredients to ensure that the chicken thighs are evenly coated with the sauce. Look for the sauce to create a beautiful glossy sheen over the chicken.
  3. Cover your slow cooker and set it to LOW for 4 hours. As it cooks, the chicken will become tender and infused with delicious flavors.
  4. In the last 30 minutes of cooking, carefully lift the lid and stir in the sliced bell peppers and peanuts. Make sure to re-cover the slow cooker after adding the vegetables.
  5. Once the 4 hours are up and your kitchen smells divine, it’s time to plate your comforting dish. Serve the Crockpot Kung Pao Chicken over a bed of fluffy jasmine rice or cauliflower rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 26gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 780mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight containers; the flavors improve after a night in the fridge, making your next meal even tastier!

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