Honey Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken
A sticky, sweet, and savory slow cooker chicken dish featuring tender boneless skinless thighs in a glossy honey garlic sauce.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Juicy and tender, perfect for slow cooking.
For the Sauce
- 1/2 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Adds savory depth.
- 1/2 cup Honey Sweetness balances the savory sauce.
- 1/4 cup Ketchup Provides thickness and sweetness.
- 4 cloves Garlic Freshly minced.
- 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar Adds acidity to balance flavors.
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Offers warmth and brightness.
- 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional for a spicy kick.
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Thickens the sauce.
To Finish / Serve
- Rice, noodles, mashed potatoes, or steamed veggies Optional, not required by recipe.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, ketchup, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, fresh grated ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using).
- Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker and pour the sauce evenly over the chicken.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours or on HIGH for 2 to 2.5 hours until the chicken is tender and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Finishing
- Transfer the thighs to a plate to shred with two forks if you prefer shredded chicken. Return shredded or whole chicken to the slow cooker.
- Whisk cornstarch with cold water in a small bowl until smooth. Stir the slurry into the sauce in the slow cooker.
- Turn the slow cooker to HIGH and cook uncovered for 10–15 minutes or until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
- Taste and adjust the sauce for seasoning as preferred.
Serving
- Serve over rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes. Garnish with sliced green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
For a glossy finish, add the cornstarch slurry at the end and simmer uncovered. Adjust flavors to taste before serving.