Kung Pao Chickpeas (in a Slow Cooker!)

red onion (, chopped)

red bell pepper (, chopped)

cooked chickpeas ((or two 15 oz. cans, rinsed and drained))

tamari ((gluten-free soy sauce))

balsamic vinegar ((the more syrupy, the better))

maple syrup

garlic powder ((or 2 minced garlic cloves))

ground ginger ((or 2 teaspoons fresh minced ginger))

red pepper flakes

toasted sesame oil

green onions (, chopped)

sesame seeds (, for garnish)

Cooked white rice (, for serving (or cauliflower rice))