Ingredients

  • 3 teaspoons dark sesame oil
  • 4 (6 ounce) skinless chicken breasts, bone-in
  • 1/2 cup apricot preserves
  • 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili-garlic sauce
  • 2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce

Method

  • Heat 2 teaspoons of the sesame oil in a large nonstick skillet set over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chicken breasts and cook until browned, 2-3 minutes on each side.
  • Transfer the chicken to a 5-6 quart slow cooker.
  • Combine remaining 1 teaspoons of oil and the remaining ingredients and pour over the chicken.
  • Cook covered until the chicken is fork tender, 3-4 hours on high or 6-8 hours on low.
  • Transfer the chicken to a platter, keep warm.
  • Pour the sauce into a small saucepan; bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 3-4 minutes.