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Honey Garlic Chicken

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

A delicious and easy slow cooker recipe featuring tender chicken thighs coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken thighs Ideal for slow cooking, remains juicy and tender.
  • 1/2 cup Honey Adds natural sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Soy sauce Provides depth and umami flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Ketchup Adds sweetness and tang.
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Brings a fragrant touch.
  • 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar Adds acidity to balance flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground ginger Enhances the flavor profile.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper Adds mild heat.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red pepper flakes Optional, for added heat.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch To thicken the sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Water To mix with cornstarch.
  • Chopped green onions For garnish.
  • Sesame seeds For garnish.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • mixing bowl
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • whisk
  • Forks

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients to ensure a smooth cooking process.
  2. Rinse the chicken thighs under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Place them in the slow cooker.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, ketchup, minced garlic, rice vinegar, ground ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
  4. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken thighs in the slow cooker, ensuring each piece is well coated.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  6. Once cooked, remove the chicken and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and mix it with the sauce.
  7. Serve the honey garlic chicken over rice or noodles, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

This recipe is versatile; feel free to add vegetables or switch proteins as desired.