Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken: Easy Comfort Food Delight
This Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken is a delightful dish that combines the natural sweetness of honey with savory garlic, creating a perfect comfort food meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 pounds chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)
- In a bowl, mix together honey, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and black pepper.
- Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker and pour the honey garlic mixture over the top.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix the cornstarch with water in a small bowl, then stir into the slow cooker 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with rice or steamed vegetables.
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: Slow Cooker, Honey Garlic Chicken, Comfort Food