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Slow Cooker Firecracker Chicken

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A flavorful and easy-to-make dish that balances sweet and spicy flavors, perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds chicken, diced into bite-sized pieces Can be substituted with tofu or seitan.
  • ⅓ cup cornstarch Coat chicken evenly for crispness.
  • ⅓ cup canola or vegetable oil Used for browning the chicken.
  • ½ cup hot wing sauce Adjust amount for spice preference.
  • 2 cups brown sugar Can use coconut sugar as an alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons water Mix with sauce ingredients.
  • 4 teaspoons apple cider vinegar Adds tanginess to the sauce.
  • to taste scallions for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Coat the diced chicken pieces in cornstarch to give it a nice crisp after browning.
  2. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
  3. Quickly brown the chicken in the skillet for about 2-3 minutes without cooking it through.
  4. Transfer the browned chicken to your slow cooker.
  5. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the hot wing sauce, brown sugar, water, and apple cider vinegar until smooth.
  6. Pour the sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker and stir to coat evenly.
  7. Cook on low for 4 hours, stirring once or twice to prevent sugars from burning.
  8. When done, garnish with scallions and serve over cooked white rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 40g

Notes

Serve with side options like steamed broccoli or fresh salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days, or freeze for up to three months. Remember to heat through to an internal temperature of 165°F when reheating.
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