Spicy Apricot Chicken (Ww)

Oolala's Note:

From Weight Watchers All-Time Favorites which I borrowed from my friend's daughter, Alex. Don't want to lose this. You can marinate this too. 6 points per serving.

• Total Time: 3 hrs 20 mins
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 3 hrs

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 3 teaspoons dark sesame oil
• 4 (6 ounce) skinless chicken breasts , bone-in
• ½ 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. Heat 2 teaspoons of the sesame oil in a large nonstick skillet set over medium-high heat.
2. Add the chicken breasts and cook until browned, 2-3 minutes on each side.
3. Transfer the chicken to a 5-6 quart slow cooker.
4. Combine remaining 1 teaspoons of oil and the remaining ingredients and pour over the chicken.
5. Cook covered until the chicken is fork tender, 3-4 hours on high or 6-8 hours on low.
6. Transfer the chicken to a platter, keep warm.
7. Pour the sauce into a small saucepan; bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
8. Cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 3-4 minutes.