Slow Cooker 5 Spice Chicken
User Reviews
4.4
-
Prep Time
10 mins
-
Cook Time
4 hrs 5 mins
-
Total Time
4 hrs 15 mins
-
Servings
10 1 piece each
-
Calories
36443 kcal
-
Course
Main Course
-
Cuisine
Asian, International
Slow Cooker 5 Spice Chicken
Description
Slow Cooker 5 Spice Chicken uses a mixture of minced garlic, grated ginger, five spice powder, brown sugar, soy sauce, and oils to create a flavorful rub applied under the skin of bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces. Onions and rice wine provide a fragrant base in the slow cooker. Cooking on high for four hours results in very tender chicken, and a finishing broil crisps the skin for texture contrast. The dish is accented by the balance of savory, sweet, and spiced notes highlighted by the five spice powder.
The method ensures the chicken absorbs the marinade flavors deeply while keeping it moist through slow cooking. Broiling at the end enhances the appearance and eating experience by adding a crispy skin. This chicken works well served alongside steamed rice, vegetables, or noodles that can complement its rich flavors.
For substitutions, dry white cooking wine or chicken broth can replace rice wine without greatly altering the dish. Careful rubbing of the spice mixture under the skin ensures maximum flavor penetration. This recipe comfortably serves a group and makes attractive leftovers for the next day.
Ingredients
- 2 cloves garlic $0.16, minced
- 2 inches fresh ginger $0.22, grated
- 2 Tbsp vegetable oil $0.04
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil $0.26, toasted
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce $0.20
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar $0.06
- 2 Tbsp five spice powder $0.60
- 4 lbs chicken pieces $7.22, bone-in, skin-on
- 1 onion $0.36, medium
- 2 Tbsp rice wine $0.27
Instructions
- To make the spice rub, combine the garlic, ginger, vegetable oil, sesame oil, soy sauce, brown sugar, and 5 spice powder in a small bowl. Stir until combined. (Grate the ginger using a small holed cheese grater, or mince with a knife.)
- Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken pieces, getting between the skin and meat whenever possible.
- Dice the onion and place it in the bottom of the slow cooker. Pour the rice wine over the onion, then layer in the chicken pieces. Make sure the chicken pieces are closely packed in the cooker. Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for four hours.
- After four hours, the chicken will be very soft and tender. Use tongs to carefully remove the chicken from the liquid in the slow cooker and place them on a baking sheet. Adjust your oven rack so that the top of the chicken will be 5 inches from the broiler (the broiler's heat element is usually on the roof of your oven). Broil the chicken on high for 5 minutes, or until the skin is brown and crispy. Keep a close eye on the chicken while it's under the broiler because every broiler is slightly different and it can burn quickly.
Notes
- If rice wine is not available, use dry white cooking wine or chicken broth as a substitute.
- Rub the spice mixture thoroughly under the chicken skin to maximize flavor infusion.
- Broil the chicken at the end to add a crispy skin texture and enhance presentation.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 101 piece each
Amount Per Serving
Calories 36443 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1Serving | |
| Calories | 364.43kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 5.64g | 2% |
| Protein | 47.95g | 96% |
| Fat | 16.89g | 26% |
| Sodium | 769.68mg | 32% |
| Fiber | 1.08g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.4
You'll Also Love
