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17 Delicious Crockpot Chinese Recipes for homemade meals better than takeout

17 Delicious Crockpot Chinese Recipes That Beat Takeout

This collection features 17 incredible crockpot Chinese recipes, offering a convenient and delicious alternative to traditional takeout. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you crave authentic Asian flavors at home.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings 8 people
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Forks

Ingredients
  

General

  • 2 lbs chicken breasts
  • 0.5 cup soy sauce
  • 0.25 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 0.25 cup water
  • green onions, sliced for garnish

Spice Blend

  • 0.05 tsp red pepper flakes optional

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.
  • Place chicken breasts in the crockpot and pour the sauce mixture over them, ensuring the chicken is well-coated.

Cooking

  • Cook on low for 3-4 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  • Remove the chicken from the crockpot and shred it using two forks.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Add the slurry to the sauce in the crockpot and stir until thickened.
  • Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot and toss to coat with the thickened sauce.

Serving

  • Serve the chicken over rice and garnish with sliced green onions for a complete meal.

Notes

For spicier chicken, increase the amount of red pepper flakes. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.