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.
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- mixing bowl
- measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- whisk
- Forks
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.
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients to ensure a smooth cooking process.
- Rinse the chicken thighs under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Place them in the slow cooker.
- 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.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken thighs in the slow cooker, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- 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.
- 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.