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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

Savory Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken for Effortless Dinners

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken is a flavor-packed dish that offers minimal prep and maximum satisfaction, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs Boneless Chicken Thighs or Breasts Can use boneless chicken wings for a twist
For the Sauce
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper
  • 0.5 cup Honey Can substitute with maple syrup
  • 0.5 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Tamari for gluten-free option
  • 0.25 cup Ketchup Can swap with homemade tomato sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tsp Ginger Freshly grated, optional
  • 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar or Apple Cider Vinegar White vinegar can be used in a pinch
  • 0.5 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Optional, adjust for spice preference
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch For thickening sauce
For Garnish
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds
  • 2 tbsp Chopped Green Onions

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the chicken thighs or breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
  2. Whisk together honey, low-sodium soy sauce, ketchup, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.
  3. Place the seasoned chicken in the slow cooker and pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours until tender.
  5. Optional: Mix cornstarch with water for a slurry, stir into the sauce, and cook on high for an additional 10-15 minutes to thicken.
  6. Return the chicken to the sauce, coat again, and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.
  7. Serve over steamed jasmine rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep and keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days.

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