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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken: Sweet, Savory, and Simple

This Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken blends sweet and savory flavors for a delicious family-friendly meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Honey Agave syrup for vegan option
  • 1/2 cup Soy sauce Low-sodium preferred
  • 1/4 cup Ketchup Hoisin sauce is a great alternative
  • 4 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger Fresh grated or ground
  • 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar Apple cider vinegar can also be used
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red pepper flakes Adjust according to heat preference
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Low-sodium version preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by lightly seasoning your boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, ketchup, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes.
  3. Place the seasoned chicken pieces in your slow cooker, and pour the prepared sauce over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.
  5. If you prefer a thicker sauce, remove the chicken once it's cooked and mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry, then stir it into the remaining sauce.
  6. Return the chicken to the slow cooker, garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, and serve with steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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