Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of Honey Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs, a dish that combines simplicity with flavor. This easy recipe requires just a handful of everyday ingredients and minimal prep time, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The chicken thighs become incredibly tender while soaking up a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce that will have everyone asking for seconds. Serve over rice, noodles, or alongside your favorite vegetables for a complete meal that the whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 6 cloves minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- Optional: pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker in an even layer.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, ketchup, garlic, apple cider vinegar, and ginger until well combined.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker and cook on high for 3.5 hours or low for 6-8 hours.
- To thicken the sauce, mix cornstarch with cold water and add it to the slow cooker; cook on high for an additional 15 minutes.
- Serve chicken as is or shredded over rice, garnished with scallions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: High (3.5 hours) / Low (6-8 hours)
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 90mg