Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken
This Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken recipe is one of those easy crockpot meals that delivers big flavor with very little work. Everything comes together right in the crock pot, making it a great choice for busy families, a new parent needing a hands-off dinner, or anyone looking for reliable slow cooker meals. Incase you want something quicker, check out my Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe as well!
– Swap boneless skinless chicken thighs for boneless skinless chicken breasts.
– Use turkey instead of chicken.
– Replace rice vinegar with apple cider vinegar if needed.
– Use low-sodium soy sauce or tamari.
– Add extra garlic for a stronger garlic flavor.
– Replace sriracha with chili oil, cayenne pepper, or diced jalapeños.
– For an Instant Pot version, Check out my IP version of this recipe!
For food safety reasons, it’s best to thaw chicken completely before cooking in a slow cooker recipe.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
– Store leftover honey garlic chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
– For longer storage, place cooled chicken in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. This makes a great freezer meal for later use.
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Ingredient Notes
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs or Breasts: The main protein that becomes tender and flavorful while cooking.
- Soy Sauce: Adds rich savory flavor and balances the sweetness of the honey.
- Honey: Creates the signature sweet honey garlic sauce.
- Tomato Paste: Adds depth and richness to the sauce.
- Cornstarch: Helps thicken the sauce into a delicious glaze.
- Sriracha: Adds a little heat to balance the sweetness.
- Rice Vinegar: Brightens the sauce and adds a slight tang.
- Toasted Sesame Oil: Provides a subtle nutty flavor.
- Garlic: Fresh minced garlic adds incredible flavor throughout the dish.
- Green Onions or Fresh Herbs: A fresh topping that adds color and flavor.
- Sesame Seeds: Adds texture and a beautiful finishing touch.
Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken
- Place the boneless chicken thighs or chicken breasts into your 6-quart slow cooker.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, tomato paste, cornstarch, sriracha, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, and minced garlic until smooth.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken, making sure it is evenly coated. Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or on high for 4 hours.
- The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F and is fork tender.
- Remove the chicken and either slice or make shredded chicken using two forks.
- Return the chicken to the crock pot and toss it in the delicious sauce. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 2.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ½ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1-2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- ½ teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- Chopped parsley cilantro, or green onions for topping
- Sesame seeds for topping
Instructions
- Place the boneless chicken thighs or chicken breasts into your 6-quart slow cooker.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, tomato paste, cornstarch, sriracha, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, and minced garlic until smooth.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken, making sure it is evenly coated. Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or on high for 4 hours.
- The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F and is fork tender.
- Remove the chicken and either slice or make shredded chicken using two forks.
- Return the chicken to the crock pot and toss it in the delicious sauce. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition
Nutritional Disclaimer: Family Fresh Meals is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is only an estimate. We recommend running the ingredients through an online nutritional calculator if you need to verify any information.
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