Ingredients
2 lbs chicken breast, cut into bite-sized cubes
2 tbsp cornstarch
Pinch of kosher salt and pepper
Cooking spray or olive oil spray
1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tbsp Hoisin sauce
1/2 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp sriracha (optional)
2 tbsp rice wine vinegar
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, minced or tube ginger
Sesame seeds, for garnish
Chopped scallions, for garnish
Instructions
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Toss chicken cubes with cornstarch, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
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Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, spray with cooking spray, and sear chicken in batches until golden brown on all sides. Transfer to a plate.
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In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, Hoisin sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, sriracha, applesauce, garlic, and ginger.
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Add chicken to slow cooker and pour the sauce over top. Stir to coat evenly.
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Cook on LOW for 3 hours.
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Serve over rice, cauliflower rice, or vegetables. Garnish with sesame seeds and scallions.
Notes
- Weight Watchers Points: Green: 6 | Blue/Purple: 5
- Storage: Keeps in the fridge for up to 4 days. Freeze for up to 2 months.
- Serving suggestion: Pair with stir-fried vegetables or cauliflower rice for a lighter meal.
- Customization: Add extra sriracha for heat or a splash of lime juice for brightness.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 3 hr