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Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe

Emily Carter
A slow-cooked, honey-glazed garlic chicken simmered in a sweet, savory, and umami-packed sauce, perfect for a lazy yet delicious meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 380 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 4 cloves garlic minced, because it’s in the name
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha optional but recommended
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch for thickening sauce
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds for garnish, because aesthetics matter
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions optional but fancy

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare the Sauce

  • In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, sriracha, vinegar, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper.
  • Give it a taste—too sweet? Add more soy sauce. Too salty? Add more honey. Too boring? Add more garlic.

Step 2: Load the Crockpot

  • Place the chicken thighs in the crockpot.
  • Pour the sauce over the chicken, making sure every piece is coated.
  • Cover and set to LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 4 hours.
  • Now, go live your life.

Step 3: Thicken the Sauce

  • Mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl to create a slurry.
  • Remove chicken from the crockpot and set aside.
  • Pour the sauce into a pan and bring it to a simmer.
  • Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook for 2 minutes until thickened.

Step 4: Assemble and Serve

  • Shred the chicken or leave it whole, your call.
  • Drizzle the thickened sauce over the chicken.
  • Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
  • Serve hot over rice, noodles, or just eat straight from the bowl.

Notes

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

  • Calories: ~380
  • Total Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 35g

Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Vitamin B6: 18%
  • Iron: 12%
  • Magnesium: 10%
  • Potassium: 15%
  • Zinc: 8%

Pro Tips for the Best Honey Garlic Chicken

  • Use chicken thighs for juicier, more flavorful meat. Breasts tend to dry out.
  • Don’t skip the cornstarch step unless you love runny sauce.
  • For extra depth, brown the chicken first before adding it to the crockpot.
  • Want crispy edges? Broil the chicken for 5 minutes after cooking.
  • Pairs best with jasmine rice, noodles, or lettuce wraps for a low-carb twist.
Minimal effort, maximum flavor—this is lazy cooking at its finest. 🥢🔥