Crockpot Chicken and Broccoli
A simple yet flavorful crockpot dish featuring tender chicken and broccoli in a savory-sweet sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 300 minutes
- Total Time: 315 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American-Chinese
- Diet: Gluten-Free Option
Ingredients
- 3 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 6 cups broccoli, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Green onions, sliced (optional garnish)
- Sesame seeds (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Season the chicken: In a mixing bowl, season the chicken pieces with garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, and paprika.
- Mix the sauce: In the crockpot, combine the chicken broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and hoisin sauce. Stir until well blended.
- Combine chicken and sauce: Add the seasoned chicken to the crockpot. Toss to ensure all pieces are well coated with the sauce.
- Cook the chicken: Cover the crockpot and cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours or HIGH for 2 to 3 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- Thicken the sauce: Remove 1/4 cup of sauce from the crockpot. In a small bowl, mix it with the cornstarch until smooth, then pour it back into the crockpot. Stir to combine.
- Add broccoli: Place the broccoli on top of the chicken mixture, cover, and cook on HIGH for an additional 20 minutes. The sauce should thicken, and the broccoli should become tender-crisp.
- Serve: Serve hot over rice, noodles, or cauliflower rice. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired.
Notes
Don’t overcook the broccoli for the best texture. Use low-sodium soy sauce for a healthier option.