Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering delight of Honey Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs, a perfect blend of sweet and savory that transforms any dinner into a special occasion. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can effortlessly whip up this dish for busy weeknights or gatherings. The juicy chicken thighs are enveloped in a rich honey garlic sauce that guarantees tenderness and flavor in every bite. Pair them with rice, noodles, or veggies to create a well-rounded meal that’s not only satisfying but also nutritious. Easy cleanup means you can spend more time enjoying your delicious creation and less time washing dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 grated ginger
- Optional: crushed red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
- Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, ketchup, garlic, apple cider vinegar, ginger, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and cook on high for 3.5 hours or low for 6-8 hours.
- Mix cornstarch with cold water until smooth; stir into the slow cooker to thicken the sauce and cook on high for an additional 15 minutes.
- Serve as whole pieces or shredded over rice, garnished with scallions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: High – 3.5 hours or Low – 6–8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 110mg