Description
Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken is an easy and delectable dish that makes weeknight dinners a breeze. With tender chicken thighs simmered in a rich blend of honey, garlic, and soy sauce, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. Ideal for family meals or meal prep, this comforting dish can be served over rice, noodles, or even enjoyed on its own. Just set it in the slow cooker and let it work its magic while you focus on your day. Simple to prepare and bursting with flavor, this honey garlic chicken will quickly become a household favorite.
Ingredients
- 600g boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 120ml honey
- 80ml soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 60ml ketchup
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, ketchup, and rice vinegar until combined.
- Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over them, ensuring even coverage.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours or high for 2.5 to 3 hours until chicken is tender.
- Remove the chicken and set aside. Mix cornstarch with water in a bowl to create a slurry; add to the sauce in the slow cooker.
- Cook on high for another 10 to 15 minutes until thickened. Shred the chicken using forks and return it to the sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with optional sesame seeds and green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours (low)
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg