Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken
A sweet and savory dish that brings tender chicken breasts packed with flavor, perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Use fresh garlic for best flavor.
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch Can be substituted with arrowroot powder.
- 1 tablespoon water Used to create cornstarch slurry.
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger (optional)
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 2 green onions chopped (for garnish)
- as needed Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of your crockpot.
- In a separate bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and ground ginger. Stir well to mix all flavors together.
- Pour the honey-garlic mixture directly over the chicken breasts, ensuring they’re well coated.
Cooking
- Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Carefully remove the chicken from the crockpot and set aside.
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Pour this mixture into the remaining liquid in the crockpot.
- Turn the crockpot to high and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes to thicken the sauce.
- Shred the chicken using two forks and return it to the sauce. Stir until well combined and heated through.
Serving
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
This recipe is fantastic for meal prep. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw and reheat for the best texture.