Crock Pot Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe
Ingredients
- 6 skinless
bone-in chicken thighs
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ⅓ cup ketchup
- ⅓ cup honey
- 6 cloves garlic
minced
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- ½ tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 green onion
sliced
Directions
- 1
Spray the crockpot insert with nonstick spray.
- 2
Arrange the chicken in an even layer in the bottom of the crockpot.
- 3
In a bowl, whisk the soy sauce, ketchup, honey, and garlic together. Pour it over the chicken and toss to coat.
- 4
Cover and cook the chicken on high for 2-3 hours or on low for 4-5 hours, until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F.
- 5
Remove the cooked chicken and set it aside.
- 6
In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch and water together. Stir this into the sauce in the crockpot, cover, and cook for another 15 minutes or until the sauce has thickened.
- 7
Add the chicken back to the crockpot and toss it in the sauce. Garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, and serve.
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About this Recipe
Imagine coming home to the irresistible aroma of sweet and savory chicken, perfectly cooked and waiting for you. This Crock Pot Honey Garlic Chicken recipe makes that dream a reality, delivering a truly delicious and hassle-free family dinner.
The beauty of this dish lies in its incredible 'dump and go' simplicity. By letting the skinless, bone-in chicken thighs simmer slowly in a rich, flavorful blend of honey, low-sodium soy sauce, and freshly minced garlic, you achieve unbelievably tender meat. The slow cooking process allows all the amazing flavors to meld, creating a deeply satisfying and sticky sauce with minimal effort.
What can you expect from this delightful slow cooker creation? You'll find succulent, fall-off-the-bone chicken thighs enveloped in a glossy, sweet-and-salty honey garlic sauce. The sauce, thoughtfully thickened with a cornstarch slurry, clings beautifully to the chicken, ensuring a burst of savory goodness in every bite. The final garnish of vibrant green onion and toasted sesame seeds adds a fresh counterpoint and appealing texture, making this a truly comforting and complete meal.
While bone-in chicken thighs offer incredible flavor and moisture, you could easily adapt this recipe by using boneless, skinless chicken thighs for quicker meal prep and an even easier eating experience. For those who love a bold garlic punch, you can always add an extra clove or two to the sauce base.
Serve this delightful honey garlic chicken over fluffy white rice or noodles, garnished with extra sesame seeds and sliced green onion, for a complete and satisfying meal that the whole family will adore.