Honey Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Honey Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs, a dish that effortlessly combines sweet and savory notes for an unforgettable meal. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a busy weeknight or a family gathering. With tender boneless chicken thighs simmered in a luscious honey garlic sauce made from pantry staples, you’ll have dinner ready with minimal effort. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside your favorite vegetables for a wholesome and satisfying meal. Plus, leftovers make for great meal prep during the week!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3.5 to 8 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- Chopped scallions
- Sesame seeds
- Rice (optional, to taste)
Instructions
- Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker in an even layer.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, ketchup, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, ginger, and optional red pepper flakes until combined.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken thighs; cover and cook on high for 3.5 hours or low for 6-8 hours.
- To thicken the sauce, mix cornstarch with cold water and stir into the slow cooker; cook on high for an additional 15 minutes.
- Serve whole or shred the chicken; enjoy over rice and garnish with scallions and sesame seeds as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg