Slow Cooker Sticky Honey Chicken
A simple, hands-off dish featuring tender chicken in a sweet and savory honey sauce, perfect for a weeknight meal over rice.
Ingredients
For the Base
- 500 g chicken breast, diced (about 1.1 lb) Can substitute with boneless skinless chicken thighs.
- Flour for coating Use all-purpose or gluten-free flour.
- Butter for browning Can use neutral oil if preferred.
For the Sauce
- 3 tbsp honey Raw or clear honey works.
- 1/4 cup light soy sauce Use reduced-sodium option if needed.
- 1 tbsp brown sugar For a lower-glycemic option, use coconut sugar.
- 2 tsp minced garlic Fresh is preferred, can use garlic powder.
- 1/2 small onion, thinly sliced Best if fresh.
To Serve
- Rice and vegetables for serving Pairs well with steamed greens or roasted vegetables.
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat the diced chicken dry with paper towels. Toss the pieces in flour until they are lightly coated. Shake off any excess flour.
- Heat a pan over medium heat and add butter. Quickly brown the floured chicken on all sides for about 2–3 minutes. Add the thinly sliced onion and cook until slightly softened, about 1–2 minutes more.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, light soy sauce, brown sugar, and minced garlic until smooth and the sugar dissolves.
- Add the browned chicken and softened onions to the slow cooker. Pour the honey-soy mixture over the chicken and stir gently to coat.
Cooking
- Cook on high for 2–3 hours, checking for tenderness near the 2-hour mark; the chicken should be tender and easily pierced.
Serving
- Once cooked, give the chicken a gentle stir so the sauce clings to the meat. Serve hot over rice with vegetables on the side.
Notes
You can make this dish ahead by browning the chicken and mixing the sauce a day prior. Store them separately in the fridge and combine them in the slow cooker when ready.