Honey Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs
Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of Honey Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs, a dish that combines sweet and savory elements for an unforgettable meal. This easy recipe features tender chicken thighs slow-cooked in a delectable honey garlic sauce, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual weekend gatherings. With minimal prep time and pantry-friendly ingredients, you can set it and forget it while the slow cooker does all the work. Serve this dish over rice, in tacos, or as a refreshing salad topping for versatile dining options that will please the entire family.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3.5 to 8 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- 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)
- 1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
- In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, ketchup, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, ginger, and red pepper flakes.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken. Cook on high for 3.5 hours or low for 6-8 hours.
- To thicken the sauce, mix cornstarch with cold water and stir into the slow cooker. Cook on high for an additional 15 minutes.
- Serve whole or shredded over rice with chopped scallions and sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce (150g)
- Calories: 315
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 875mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 105mg