Classic Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken
This easy Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken recipe delivers tender, flavorful chicken in a sweet and savory sauce, perfect for a weeknight meal or meal prep. Simply combine ingredients, cook low and slow, and enjoy!
Equipment
- Slow cooker
- Whisk
- Cutting board
- Small bowl
Ingredients
Main
- 2-3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup soy sauce low sodium is a good option
- 4-6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes or more, to taste
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- fresh parsley or sliced green onions for garnish, optional
- sesame seeds for garnish, optional
Instructions
Instructions
- Whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes in your slow cooker insert.
- Place chicken into the sauce, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 3-4 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours, until chicken is cooked through and easily shredded.
- Remove cooked chicken from the slow cooker and set aside; whisk together cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl to create a slurry.
- Pour the cornstarch slurry into the slow cooker sauce, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
- Shred or slice the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces and return it to the thickened sauce, tossing gently to coat.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions and sesame seeds, if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
Adjust red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level. Serve with rice or noodles and your favorite steamed vegetables for a complete meal.