Honey Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs
Honey Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs are a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors that will quickly become a favorite in your household. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The tender chicken thighs cook slowly in a rich honey garlic sauce, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can set it and forget it, allowing your slow cooker to work its magic. Serve it over rice or alongside your favorite veggies for a comforting meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3.5 hours (high) or up to 8 hours (low)
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- 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 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
- Optional: crushed red pepper flakes, scallions, sesame seeds
Instructions
- Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker in an even layer.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, ketchup, minced garlic, ginger, and optional red pepper flakes until combined.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken thighs and cover.
- Cook on high for about 3.5 hours or low for 6-8 hours until the chicken is tender.
- To thicken the sauce, combine cornstarch with cold water in a small bowl; add to the slow cooker and stir well. Cook on high for an additional 15 minutes.
- Serve over rice and garnish with chopped scallions and sesame seeds if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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