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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Legs

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  • Author: clara
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course, Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Description

These Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Legs are tender, juicy, and infused with a deliciously sweet and savory sauce. The chicken is slow-cooked to perfection, making this dish a hassle-free dinner option. Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1.5 kg (3 lbs) chicken legs (drumsticks)
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 3 cloves)
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger (or 1 teaspoon ground ginger)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water (for thickening)

For Garnish:

  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions, sliced

Instructions

  1. Mix Sauce Ingredients:

    • In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, ketchup, chicken broth, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and black pepper.

  2. Pour Over Chicken:

    • Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken legs.

⏲️ Slow Cook:

  1. Cook in Slow Cooker:
    • Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked (75°C / 165°F internal temperature).

🍲 Thicken the Sauce:

  1. Make Cornstarch Slurry:

    • In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth.

  2. Add to Sauce:

    • Transfer the chicken legs to a plate.
    • Pour the sauce into a saucepan (or keep it in the slow cooker if it has a sautĂŠ function).
    • Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook on high for 5-10 minutes, until the sauce thickens.

  3. Coat the Chicken:

    • Return the chicken to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.

🍽️ Serve:

  1. Garnish and Serve:

    • Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.

  2. Serving Suggestions:

    • Serve with white or brown rice, mashed potatoes, or a fresh green salad.

Notes

  • Make It Spicy: Add 1-2 teaspoons of sriracha or red pepper flakes to the sauce for a bit of heat.
  • Crispy Skin Option: For a crispy finish, broil the chicken legs in the oven for 3-5 minutes after cooking.
  • Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Find it online: https://recipe.ukfinda.com/slow-cooker-honey-garlic-chicken-legs/