Description
This Slow Cooker Chicken and Broccoli recipe is a savory and comforting dish featuring tender chicken cooked low and slow with a flavorful blend of garlic, ginger, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and brown sugar. Finished with fresh broccoli thickened in a luscious sauce, it’s an easy and healthy meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Vegetables
- 750g (1.7 lb) chicken breast, cut into chunks
- 2 onions, quartered
- 3 tsp garlic, crushed
- 2 tsp ginger, minced
- 500g (1.1 lb) broccoli florets, room temperature
Liquids and Sauces
- 250ml (8.5 fl oz) chicken stock
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup oyster sauce
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
Thickening Agent
- 2 Tbsp cornstarch
- 3 Tbsp water
Instructions
- Preparation: Gather and prepare all ingredients by cutting the chicken into chunks, quartering the onions, crushing the garlic, mincing the ginger, and bringing the broccoli florets to room temperature.
- Combine Ingredients in Slow Cooker: Place the chicken, onions, garlic, ginger, chicken stock, soy sauce, brown sugar, oyster sauce, and sesame oil into the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine the flavors.
- Slow Cook Chicken and Aromatics: Set the slow cooker to low and cook the mixture for 4 to 6 hours until the chicken is tender and flavors have melded beautifully.
- Prepare Thickening Mixture and Add Broccoli: In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth to create a slurry. Stir this mixture into the slow cooker along with the broccoli florets.
- Final Cooking and Thickening: Increase the slow cooker setting to high and cook for an additional 30 minutes or until the sauce has thickened and the broccoli is heated through but still crisp.
- Serve: Once thickened and hot, serve the chicken and broccoli immediately for a delicious and satisfying meal.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken briefly before adding it to the slow cooker.
- Do not overcook the broccoli to maintain its crunch and vibrant green color.
- Adjust brown sugar to taste for a sweeter or more savory sauce.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice or noodles.
- Use gluten-free soy sauce if needed to make the recipe gluten-free.
