Asian Garlic Black Bean Chicken Crock Pot Slow Cooker Recipe

Tender, juicy Asian Garlic Black Bean Chicken, ready in your slow cooker or on the stovetop! This incredibly flavorful recipe uses boneless, skinless chicken thighs, low-sodium broth, and soy sauce for a healthy and delicious meal. Adapted from Canadian Living Comfort Cooking, this easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. Get ready for a burst of savory garlic and black bean goodness!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 310 mins

Calories 451.4 kcal

Protein 68g

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Ingredients for Asian Garlic Black Bean Chicken Crock Pot Slow Cooker

1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ cups reduced sodium chicken broth
½ cup black bean garlic sauce
2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
½ cup sliced sweet red pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Fresh cilantro, for garnish
2 tablespoons cold water

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

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

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

Fat

43g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Asian Garlic Black Bean Chicken Crock Pot Slow Cooker?

Asian Garlic Black Bean Chicken Crock Pot Slow Cooker takes about 330 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 310 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Asian Garlic Black Bean Chicken Crock Pot Slow Cooker?

Asian Garlic Black Bean Chicken Crock Pot Slow Cooker has approximately 451.4 calories per serving, with about 68 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 48 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Asian Garlic Black Bean Chicken Crock Pot Slow Cooker?

The key ingredients for Asian Garlic Black Bean Chicken Crock Pot Slow Cooker are Chicken Thighs, Vegetable Oil, Onion, Garlic Cloves, Reduced Sodium Chicken Broth, Black Bean Garlic Sauce. See the full list with measurements above.