Description
This Slow Cooker Chicken and Broccoli recipe is a convenient and flavorful dish perfect for busy days. Tender chicken breasts simmered slowly in a savory sauce of soy, oyster sauce, garlic, and ginger, combined with fresh broccoli for a comforting and healthy meal that requires minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Vegetables
- 750g (1.7 lb) chicken breast, cut into chunks
- 2 onions, quartered
- 500g (1.1 lb) broccoli florets, room temperature
Sauce and Seasonings
- 3 tsp garlic, crushed
- 2 tsp ginger, minced
- 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 prep all ingredients by cutting chicken into chunks and quartering the onions. Mince garlic and ginger to ensure fresh, aromatic flavors in the sauce.
- Combine Ingredients: Place chicken chunks, quartered onions, crushed garlic, minced ginger, chicken stock, soy sauce, brown sugar, oyster sauce, and sesame oil into your slow cooker. Stir lightly to combine for an even flavor base.
- Slow Cook: Set your slow cooker on low and cook the mixture for 4 to 6 hours. This slow cooking process tenderizes the chicken and allows the flavors to fully develop.
- Thicken the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the slow cooker to thicken the sauce evenly.
- Add Broccoli: Add the broccoli florets to the slow cooker, stirring gently to combine without breaking the florets.
- Final Cook: Switch the slow cooker setting to high and cook for an additional 30 minutes. This will heat the broccoli through and thicken the sauce perfectly.
- Serve: Once the sauce has thickened and broccoli is tender, serve the dish hot. Enjoy a flavorful, wholesome meal with ease.
Notes
- Use fresh broccoli at room temperature to prevent cooling the slow cooker too much when added.
- Do not overcook broccoli; adding it towards the end keeps it tender-crisp.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free soy sauce and oyster sauce.
- Adjust brown sugar quantity to balance sweetness according to your taste.
- Serve with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
