Crock Pot Sesame Chicken Thighs (Low Carb)

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is lower in calories and suitable for vegetarians.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar

Agave syrup is a vegan alternative to honey.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier and can be used in place of sesame oil.

Pour butter into a browning slow cooker or skillet.

Salt and pepper chicken and brown on both sides.

In a bowl, mix remaining ingredients.

In the slow cooker, pour the mixture over top of the chicken and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until tender.

Broil in the oven for 2-3 minutes on each side to crisp up skin (or air fry in Foodi/Air Fryer).

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