Description
Succulent slow cooker honey garlic chicken delivers a symphony of sweet and savory flavors that dance across dinner plates. Tender meat glazed with rich garlic-infused honey promises a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
Sauce Ingredients:
- 0.5 cup (120 milliliters) honey
- 0.33 cup (80 milliliters) low-sodium soy sauce
- 0.25 cup (60 milliliters) ketchup
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
Herbs and Thickeners:
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon (15 grams) cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) water
Instructions
- Craft a harmonious blend of honey, soy sauce, ketchup, minced garlic, rice vinegar, thyme, and basil in a mixing vessel, whisking until the mixture achieves a silky, uniform consistency.
- Nestle chicken pieces into the slow cooker, then lavishly drench with the prepared sauce, ensuring each morsel is thoroughly enrobed.
- Secure the lid and allow the chicken to gently simmer on low temperature for 4-5 hours, or expedite the process on high heat for 2-3 hours until the meat reaches peak tenderness and is completely cooked through.
- Create a cornstarch slurry by combining cornstarch with water, then introduce this thickening agent into the slow cooker, stirring to integrate.
- Replace the lid and elevate the heat to high, allowing the sauce to transform and condense for an additional 15-20 minutes, developing a luxurious, glossy texture.
- Transfer the succulent chicken to a serving platter, cascading the rich sauce over the top.
- Optional: Embellish with a sprinkle of sliced green onions and a delicate shower of sesame seeds for visual and textural intrigue.
- Present alongside fluffy rice or a medley of steamed seasonal vegetables for a complete, satisfying meal.
Notes
- Swap honey with agave nectar for a vegan-friendly version that maintains the sweet glaze.
- Use reduced-sodium soy sauce to control salt intake and create a healthier meal option.
- Customize heat levels by adding red pepper flakes or sriracha sauce for those who enjoy spicier profiles.
- Ensure chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature for food safety, using a meat thermometer to check doneness accurately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 54 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg