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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

This Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken is an easy, delicious meal perfect for busy weeknights. With minimal prep, you can enjoy tender chicken in a flavorful sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs trimmed of excess fat
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce low-sodium preferred
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water for cornstarch slurry
  • 1 green onion sliced, for garnish
  • 1 sesame seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • Slow cooker (4-6 quart)
  • Medium bowl
  • Whisk
  • Skillet
  • Small bowl

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, ketchup, and minced garlic until well combined. Set aside.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Transfer onions to the slow cooker.
  3. Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker on top of the onions. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  5. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and set aside. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the sauce in the slow cooker and cook on high for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
  6. Return the chicken to the slow cooker, coating it with the thickened sauce. Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

Chef's Tips:
• For a thicker sauce, increase the cornstarch in the slurry to 1.5 tablespoons
• Avoid overcooking the chicken to prevent it from becoming dry
• Serve with rice or noodles to soak up the delicious sauce
Food Safety:
• Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F before serving
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days