Spicy Apricot Chicken (Ww)

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

Directions

1. 1

   Heat 2 teaspoons of the sesame oil in a large nonstick skillet set over medium-high heat.

2. 2

   Add the chicken breasts and cook until browned, 2-3 minutes on each side.

3. 3

   Transfer the chicken to a 5-6 quart slow cooker.

4. 4

   Combine remaining 1 teaspoons of oil and the remaining ingredients and pour over the chicken.

5. 5

   Cook covered until the chicken is fork tender, 3-4 hours on high or 6-8 hours on low.

6. 6

   Transfer the chicken to a platter, keep warm.

7. 7

   Pour the sauce into a small saucepan; bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

8. 8

   Cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 3-4 minutes.