Irresistible Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken for Busy Nights

Indulge in the comfort of Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken, a delicious dish perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 4

Total Time 4 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 pound Boneless Chicken Thighs Skinless cuts preferred.
1 pound Boneless Chicken Breasts Skinless cuts preferred.

For the Sauce

1/2 cup Honey Can substitute with maple syrup.
1/4 cup Soy Sauce Opt for low-sodium version.
1/4 cup Ketchup Sugar-free versions are a lighter option.
3 cloves Garlic Minced.
1 tablespoon Ginger Grated, optional.
2 tablespoons Vinegar Rice or apple cider vinegar.
1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional.

For Seasoning

1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Black Pepper

For Thickening (Optional)

1 tablespoon Cornstarch Mix with water to thicken sauce.

For Garnishing

1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds
2 tablespoons Green Onions Sliced.

Equipment

Slow Cooker

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Lightly season chicken with salt and pepper.
Mix honey, soy sauce, ketchup, garlic, ginger, vinegar, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.
Pour sauce over the chicken and mix to coat evenly.
Cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours until chicken is tender.
Remove chicken, thicken sauce with cornstarch if desired, then return chicken to sauce.
Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Searing the chicken before slow cooking can enhance flavor. Monitor cooking time to prevent dryness.

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