Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 tbsp garlic
minced
- 1/2 cup soy sauce)
low sodium (see note
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 pounds chicken thighs
bone-in, skin-on
- 1 pound baby red potatoes
- 1 pound carrots
peeled
- 1 cup onions
chopped
- 1 pound green beans
trimmed
- fresh parsley
chopped, for serving optional
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 3 tsp water
Directions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, garlic, soy sauce, oregano and ketchup.
- 2
Add the chicken thighs, potatoes, carrots and onions to a 4-6 quart slow cooker.
- 3
Pour the honey garlic sauce mixture evenly on top.
- 4
Cover the slow cooker and seal the lid. Cook on a LOW setting for 6-8 hours or on HIGH for 3-3 1/2 hours (see note).
- 5
About 20 minutes before serving, add the green beans to the slow cooker and optional cornstarch slurry to the sauce.
- 6
Re-seal the lid and cook for 15-20 minutes more until the green beans are tender and the sauce is starting to thicken.
- 7
Remove the chicken and vegetables to serving plates using a slotted spoon. Optional: Broil the chicken thighs for 2-3 minutes to brown the skin.
- 8
Drizzle sauce on top of chicken and vegetables. Garnish with optional minced parsley.
Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken
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About this Recipe
Imagine a meal that practically cooks itself, filling your home with an irresistible aroma, and delivers tender chicken and vegetables bathed in a savory-sweet sauce. This Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken recipe makes that dream a reality, offering one of the easiest and most delicious crock pot meals you'll ever prepare.
The genius of this dish lies in the slow cooker, which gently coaxes maximum flavor from simple ingredients, transforming them into succulent, fall-off-the-bone chicken alongside perfectly tender vegetables. The signature honey garlic sauce is the star, infusing every bite with a complex balance of sweet, tangy, and umami notes that makes it incredibly satisfying. This method ensures deeply flavored results with minimal effort, making it a true weeknight hero.
Prepare for a symphony of flavors and textures that will delight your palate. You'll find incredibly tender, juicy chicken thighs, infused with the rich honey garlic glaze, alongside creamy baby red potatoes, sweet carrots, and crisp-tender green beans. Each spoonful offers a comforting, hearty experience, where the vibrant flavors of garlic and honey sing, balanced by the savory depth of soy sauce and a hint of ketchup. It’s a truly satisfying one-pot meal that simplifies dinner without sacrificing an ounce of flavor, promising a delightful culinary journey with every mouthful.
This recipe is incredibly versatile. For a slightly lighter version, you could opt for boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of the bone-in, skin-on variety. If you prefer a milder garlic flavor, you can slightly reduce the amount of minced garlic. The recipe specifically calls for low-sodium soy sauce; if regular soy sauce is all you have, you might want to adjust the overall saltiness to taste or reduce any additional salt you might add.
This Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner, offering a complete meal in one pot that’s sure to please everyone at the table. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley for a touch of color and fresh herbaceousness before serving to elevate the presentation.