Honey Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken
A dump-and-go dinner that tastes better than takeout. Tender chicken thighs simmered in a sticky, sweet, and savory honey garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights!
Equipment
- Slow Cooker (6 Quart)
- Small Whisk
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs (700g) Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1/2 cup Honey
- 1/2 cup Soy sauce, low sodium
- 1/4 cup Ketchup
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch
- 2 tbsp Water (for slurry)
- 1 tbsp Sesame seeds (garnish)
- 2 stalks Green onions, chopped (garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, ketchup, minced garlic, and dried oregano until well combined.
- Place the chicken thighs at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken, ensuring everything is coated. Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours.
- Remove the chicken from the pot. Shred or chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small cup, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Whisk this into the sauce remaining in the slow cooker. Turn heat to HIGH and let thicken for 10-15 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the pot and toss to coat in the thick glaze. Serve immediately with rice and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
Notes
If you prefer a crispier texture, you can transfer the cooked chicken to a baking sheet and broil for 2-3 minutes before tossing it back into the thickened sauce. This mimics the texture of restaurant-style chicken!