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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

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  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4-5 hours on low or 2-3 hours on high
  • Total Time: 4-5 hours on low or 2-3 hours on high
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: slow cooking
  • Cuisine: Americaine

Description

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken: Tender chicken breasts cooked in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. Easy, comforting, and perfect for busy nights!

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (900g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
  • 1/2 cup (170g) honey
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) low-sodium soy sauce
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch (for thickening)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional garnishes: sliced green onions, sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Prepare the Sauce In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, tomato paste, rice vinegar, sesame oil, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, and black pepper until completely combined. The sauce should be smooth with the honey fully incorporated. This sweet-savory mixture is the flavor foundation of your Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken.
  2. Step 2: Arrange the Chicken Place your chicken thighs in a single layer at the bottom of your 6-quart slow cooker. If using larger pieces, you can overlap them slightly, but try to keep them as flat as possible for even cooking. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels first—this helps the sauce adhere better to the meat.
  3. Step 3: Add the Sauce Pour the prepared honey garlic sauce over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are well-coated. Use a spoon to distribute the sauce and flip each piece to coat both sides. This ensures your Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken absorbs the flavors from every angle during the long cooking process.
  4. Step 4: Cook to Perfection Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours. The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and shreds easily with two forks. Cooking low and slow yields the most tender results for this honey garlic chicken crockpot recipe.
  5. Step 5: Thicken the Sauce About 30 minutes before serving, mix 2 tablespoons cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water in a small bowl until smooth. Remove the lid, stir this slurry into the sauce, then replace the lid and continue cooking for the remaining time. The sauce will gradually thicken to a beautiful, glossy consistency that perfectly coats your Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken.
  6. Step 6: Serve and Garnish Once done, transfer the chicken to a serving platter and spoon the thickened sauce over the top. Garnish with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for a professional finishing touch and added texture contrast. This final step elevates the visual appeal and adds fresh flavor notes to your dish.

Notes

Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Find it online: https://cookingcircuit.com/slow-cooker-honey-garlic-chicken/