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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken is a sweet, savory, and ultra-tender dish made with juicy chicken slow-cooked in a flavorful honey garlic sauce. It’s perfect for easy weeknight dinners and pairs well with rice, noodles, or veggies.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup ketchup (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water (for slurry)
  • Optional garnish: green onions, sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Place chicken in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, vinegar, ketchup (if using), and chopped onion.
  3. Pour sauce mixture over the chicken.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until chicken is cooked and tender.
  5. Remove chicken and shred or slice.
  6. Mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl to make a slurry.
  7. Stir slurry into the sauce in the slow cooker and return the chicken to the pot.
  8. Cook on high for an additional 10–15 minutes, until sauce thickens.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

  • Add red pepper flakes or sriracha for a spicy version.
  • Stir in vegetables like broccoli, carrots, or bell peppers during the last hour.
  • Use tamari or coconut aminos for a gluten-free version.
  • Chicken wings or drumsticks can be substituted; adjust cook time accordingly.
  • Fresh grated ginger adds a flavorful boost to the sauce.

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