Ingredients
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1 tbsp minced garlic
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1/2 cup diced onion
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2 tbsp brown sugar
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1/4 cup mirin
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2 tbsp oyster sauce
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1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
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1 (3.5 oz) pkg shiitake mushrooms, stems removed
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2 (6 oz) pkgs mushroom blend
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2 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
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1 tbsp five-spice powder
Steps
1
In a slow cooker bowl, stir together the garlic, onion, brown sugar, mirin, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and ½ cup water.
2
Quarter the shiitakes and add to slow cooker, along with the mushroom blend.
3
Trim any excess fat from the chicken. Remove and discard skin. Rub chicken with the five-spice powder. Season with salt and pepper. Place chicken into slow cooker bowl, pushing down to partially submerge.
4
Cover and cook on low 4–5 hours, until chicken is tender.
Tips
Serve over rice. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions for an extra-special touch.
