SLOW COOKER GENERAL TSO'S CHICKEN

SLOW COOKER GENERAL TSO'S CHICKEN 3 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds), chopped into bite size pieces 2 tablespoons oil 1 cup corn starch 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon pepper Sauce 4 tablespoons hoisin sauce (can be found in the Asian section at most markets) 4 tablespoons soy sauce 4 tablespoons rice vinegar 2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon minced garlic (or garlic powder) 2 tablespoons water 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes steamed or fried rice for serving Preheat oil in a nonstick pan or skillet over medium heat. Whisk together corn starch, salt, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and pepper. Add corn starch mixture and chicken pieces to a large zip lock bag. Seal and shake to coat chicken. Add coated chicken pieces to pan. Saute 1-2 minutes until browned. (It chicken will still be raw in the middle at this point, that's okay) In a bowl combine all sauce ingredients and whisk to combine. Add half to the crockpot along with chicken pieces. Cook on low for 4 hours. Immediately before serving, Add remaining sauce to the crockpot and stir gently. Serve with rice.