Step 1

Coat a 5-quart slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. Place chicken and carrots inside.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together brown sugar, vinegar, soda, garlic, soy sauce, salt, black pepper, and a sprinkle of cracked red pepper flakes, until combined. Pour over chicken and carrots.

Step 3

Cover and cook on low for 8 hours. Remove chicken and shred with two forks.

Step 4

Divide rice onto plates and place shredded chicken and carrots on top. Drizzle a generous amount of the cooking liquid over the chicken, and sprinkle with some parsley. Serve immediately and enjoy!