Easy Sticky Honey Garlic Crockpot Chicken Recipe for Perfect Weeknights
A simple and delicious crockpot chicken recipe featuring a sticky honey garlic glaze, perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinners. Juicy chicken slow-cooked to tender perfection with a sweet and savory sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (low) or 2 hours (high)
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes (low) or 2 hours 10 minutes (high)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1/3 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry 2 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1/3 cup honey, 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup water, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes if using. Stir well until blended.
- Place chicken pieces in a single layer at the bottom of the crockpot. Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken, coating every piece.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or on high for 2 hours until chicken is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
- About 30 minutes before serving, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water to create a slurry. Pour into the crockpot and stir gently. Recover and cook on high for the remaining 30 minutes to thicken the sauce.
- Once done, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions.
- Serve the sticky honey garlic chicken over steamed rice, noodles, or your favorite veggies.
Notes
If sauce is too thin, cook uncovered on high for 10-15 minutes after thickening. If too thick, stir in a splash of water or broth. For deeper flavor, sear chicken before slow cooking. Use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free option. Can substitute maple syrup for honey with slight flavor change.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (about
- Calories: 350400
- Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Protein: 35
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