Description
This easy slow cooker honey garlic chicken recipe delivers tender and flavorful chicken with a sweet and savory glaze. Perfect for busy weeknights, it requires minimal prep and cooks itself in the slow cooker, filling your home with an irresistible aroma.
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- Chopped scallions (for serving)
- Sesame seeds (for serving)
- Rice (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- In the insert of your slow cooker, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, ketchup, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, grated ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using).
- Nestle the chicken thighs into the slow cooker, ensuring they are coated in the sauce.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Remove the chicken thighs from the slow cooker and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of water to create a smooth paste.
- Pour the cornstarch slurry into the liquid remaining in the slow cooker.
- Turn the slow cooker to high and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
- Return the cooked chicken thighs to the slow cooker and toss to coat them in the thickened honey garlic sauce.
- Serve the slow cooker honey garlic chicken over rice, garnished with chopped scallions and sesame seeds.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Reheat leftovers on the stovetop, in the microwave, or in the slow cooker on the “warm” setting.
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts can be used, but cook for a shorter time to prevent drying out.
- Add vegetables like bell peppers, onions, or broccoli during the last hour of cooking for a complete meal.
- Adjust sweetness or spice level to your preference.
- Use tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 4-6 oz chicken with sauce)
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