Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken
Description:
This Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken is an easy and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. Perfect for serving over rice or vegetables, this dish is a delicious go-to for busy weeknights with a wonderful balance of flavors and minimal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- ½ cup honey
- ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Prep the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, ketchup, minced garlic, rice vinegar, thyme, and basil until smooth.
- Add to Crockpot: Place the chicken in the crockpot and pour the sauce over the top, ensuring the chicken is well-coated.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Thicken the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Stir it into the crockpot, cover, and cook on high for an additional 15-20 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve: Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve over rice or steamed vegetables.
Notes
- Optional Veggies: Add chopped bell peppers, broccoli, or snap peas in the last hour of cooking for extra color and flavor.
- Make It Spicy: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a bit of heat.
Find it online: https://recipe.ukfinda.com/slow-cooker-honey-garlic-chicken/