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Honey Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 3 hours 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Halal

Description

Delicious and tender Honey Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs, cooked low and slow in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. This easy recipe features boneless skinless chicken thighs simmered in a flavorful blend of soy sauce, honey, ketchup, garlic, ginger, and a hint of vinegar. Perfect for a hands-off dinner served over rice and garnished with scallions and sesame seeds.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs

Sauce

  • 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/3 cup ketchup
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Thickener

  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons cold water (for cornstarch slurry)

For Serving

  • Chopped scallions
  • Sesame seeds
  • Rice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Place the boneless skinless chicken thighs evenly in the bottom of the slow cooker, ensuring they are spread out for even cooking.
  2. Make the sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, honey, ketchup, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, grated ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes if using, until well combined.
  3. Cook the chicken: Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the chicken thighs in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 3.5 hours or on low for 6 to 8 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  4. Thicken the sauce: In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water to create a slurry. Stir this mixture into the slow cooker, then cook on high for an additional 15 minutes, uncovered, to thicken the sauce.
  5. Shred and serve: Using two forks, shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker to mix it well with the thickened sauce. Serve hot over cooked rice, garnished with chopped scallions and sesame seeds for added flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Using low-sodium soy sauce helps control the salt content and balances the sweetness of the honey.
  • Crushed red pepper flakes are optional; add them for a subtle kick of heat.
  • If you prefer, use chicken breasts, but thighs tend to stay moister and more flavorful when slow cooked.
  • Make sure to stir in the cornstarch slurry well to avoid lumps and achieve a glossy sauce.
  • This dish pairs wonderfully with steamed jasmine or basmati rice and a side of steamed vegetables.
  • Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/honey-garlic-slow-cooker-chicken-thighs-recipe-2/