Description
This slow cooker honey garlic chicken recipe delivers tender, juicy chicken thighs bathed in a sweet honey‑garlic glaze with soy sauce and a hint of ginger. Ready in 4‑6 hours on low, it’s perfect for busy weeknights. Serve over rice, noodles, or a fresh salad for a comforting, restaurant‑quality meal that’s both easy to make and budget‑friendly. Ideal for families craving sweet and savory flavor. Stir in the cornstarch slurry during the final half hour for a rich, glaze that clings to every bit
Ingredients
- 2 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (optional for thickening)
Instructions
- Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and black pepper. Pour the mixture over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
- If desired, stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook for an additional 30 minutes to thicken the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
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