Asian Garlic Black Bean Chicken Crock Pot Slow Cooker Recipe

Ingredients for Asian Garlic Black Bean Chicken Crock Pot Slow Cooker

• Chicken Thighs
• Vegetable Oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• Garlic Cloves
• Reduced Sodium Chicken Broth
• Black Bean Garlic Sauce
• Reduced Sodium Soy Sauce
• Sweet Red Pepper
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish

How to Make Asian Garlic Black Bean Chicken Crock Pot Slow Cooker

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Brown 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs in batches. Set aside.
3. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 4 cloves garlic, minced, to the crock pot (or a large pot for stovetop).
4. In a bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth, ½ cup black bean sauce, and 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce.
5. Pour the sauce over the chicken in the crock pot (or pot).
6. Crock Pot: Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours. Stovetop: Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45-60 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
7. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon cornstarch and 2 tablespoons cold water until smooth.
8. Pour the cornstarch slurry over the chicken. Add ½ cup of sliced red bell pepper. Stir to combine.
9. Crock Pot: Cover and cook for another 30 minutes. Stovetop: Simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until sauce has thickened.
10. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.