Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 kg boneless, skinless chicken thighs.
02 - 4 cloves garlic.
03 - 2 tsp fresh ginger.
04 - 8 tbsp dark soy sauce.
05 - 2 tbsp oyster sauce (optional).
06 - 4 tbsp honey.
07 - 4 tbsp tomato ketchup.
08 - 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional).
09 - 1 tbsp cornflour.
10 - Rice (for serving).
11 - Chopped spring onions (for garnish).
12 - Sesame seeds (for garnish).

# Instructions:

01 - Place all ingredients except the cornflour in the slow cooker. Stir well to combine.
02 - Cover with the lid and cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for at least 6 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily falls apart.
03 - Once cooked, remove a few tablespoons of the liquid, mix with cornflour in a small bowl, whisking until smooth.
04 - Return this mixture to the slow cooker and gently shred the chicken using two forks, stirring well to distribute the cornflour.
05 - Allow the sauce to thicken by leaving the mixture on HIGH, stirring occasionally for about 10 minutes, if needed.
06 - Serve the chicken over rice, garnished with chopped spring onions and sesame seeds.

# Notes:

01 - Garlic and ginger can be used fresh or from the freezer for convenience.
02 - Boneless, skinless chicken thighs give the best tenderness, but chicken breasts can be used with slight adjustments in cooking time.
03 - Dark soy sauce creates a rich and flavorful base; light soy sauce can be used but will result in a lighter sauce.
04 - Oyster sauce is optional but adds depth to the flavor. A mix of light and dark soy sauce can be used if desired.

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