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Honey Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs

Irresistibly Easy Honey Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs

This Honey Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs recipe offers a delicious blend of flavors with minimal prep, perfect for busy days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Thickening Time 15 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Comfort Foods
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Thighs Boneless, skinless
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce or tamari/coconut aminos for gluten-free
  • 1/3 cup Honey
  • 1/4 cup Ketchup or hoisin/BBQ sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Ginger grated
  • 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes optional
For Thickening
  • 2 tbsp Cornstarch

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Layer the chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
  2. Whisk together the soy sauce, honey, ketchup, garlic, apple cider vinegar, and ginger.
  3. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken thighs.
  4. Cook on high for 3.5 hours or on low for 6-8 hours.
  5. Mix the cornstarch with cold water; then add to the slow cooker.
  6. Let cook on high for an additional 15 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  7. Shred the chicken with two forks if desired and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chicken thighCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gIron: 3mg

Notes

Optional garnishes include scallions and sesame seeds. Serve over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.

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