Description
Honey Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs are an irresistible dish that brings together tender, juicy chicken and a sweet-savory sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe is easy to prepare and delivers mouthwatering flavors that will leave everyone at the table asking for seconds. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can set it and forget it while the slow cooker works its magic. Serve it over rice or in wraps for a versatile meal that’s both satisfying and healthy.
Ingredients
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- 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 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch (for thickening)
Instructions
- Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker in an even layer.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, ketchup, minced garlic, ginger, and apple cider vinegar until well combined.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken thighs. Cover and cook on high for 3.5 hours or low for 6-8 hours.
- To thicken the sauce, mix cornstarch with cold water until smooth, then stir into the slow cooker and cook on high for an additional 15 minutes.
- Serve whole or shredded over rice, garnished with scallions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3.5 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg