Slow Cooker Soy-Braised Chicken Recipe

Name: Slow Cooker Soy-Braised Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium onions, sliced; 4 garlic cloves, smashed; 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar; 1/3 cup soy sauce; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 bay leaf; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (to taste); 8 chicken thighs, skinless, bone-in; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 cup long-grain white rice; 1 large head bok choy, cut into 1-inch strips; 2 scallions, thinly sliced

Servings: persons

2 medium onions, sliced
4 garlic cloves, smashed
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
1/3 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
8 chicken thighs, skinless, bone-in
1 teaspoon paprika
1 cup long-grain white rice
1 large head bok choy, cut into 1-inch strips
2 scallions, thinly sliced

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In a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker, combine the onions, garlic, vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, bay leaf, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Place the chicken on top and sprinkle with the paprika.
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Cook, covered, until the chicken and onions are tender, on low for 7 to 8 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours (this will shorten total cooking time).
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Twenty minutes before serving, cook the rice according to the package directions.
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Ten minutes before serving, if the slow cooker is on the low setting, turn it to high. Gently fold the bok choy into the chicken and cook, covered, until tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Serve with the rice and sprinkle with the scallions.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium onions, sliced, 4 garlic cloves, smashed, 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/3 cup soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Slow Cooker Soy-Braised Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Slow Cooker Soy-Braised Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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