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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe

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This Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken is a sweet, savory, and tender dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Juicy chicken thighs (or breasts) are slow-cooked in a rich honey garlic sauce with hints of soy and ginger. Serve it over steamed rice, noodles, or with roasted vegetables for a comforting, easy meal that the whole family will love!

Ingredients

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  • 4–6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
  • ½ cup (120 ml) honey
  • ⅓ cup (80 ml) low-sodium soy sauce
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) ketchup
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water (for thickening)
  • Sesame seeds and chopped green onions (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prepare the sauce:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, ketchup, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.

2. Add everything to the slow cooker:

  • Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
  • Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken, making sure each piece is coated.

3. Cook the chicken:

  • Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through (internal temp should be 75°C/165°F).

4. Thicken the sauce:

  • Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to form a slurry. Stir the slurry into the sauce.
  • Set the slow cooker to high and cook for another 15-20 minutes until the sauce thickens.

5. Serve:

  • Return the chicken to the slow cooker and coat it with the thickened sauce.
  • Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
  • Serve hot over steamed rice, quinoa, or noodles.

Notes

  • Use bone-in, skin-on thighs for extra flavor (increase cooking time by 30 minutes).
  • For extra veggies, add broccoli, carrots, or bell peppers in the last hour of cooking.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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