Ingredients
Scale
Gather these ingredients to make Honey Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs:
- 2 lbs bone-in, skinless chicken thighs (about 6–8 pieces)
- ½ cup honey
- ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening sauce)
- 2 tablespoons water (for slurry)
- Sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Sauce
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, ketchup, minced garlic, rice vinegar, sesame oil (if using), ground ginger, and black pepper until well combined.
Assemble in Slow Cooker
- Arrange Chicken: Place the chicken thighs in a single layer at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Pour Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
Cook the Chicken
- Set the Cooker: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
Thicken the Sauce (Optional)
- Remove Chicken: Carefully transfer the cooked chicken thighs to a serving dish and keep warm.
- Make a Slurry: In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth. Stir the slurry into the sauce in the slow cooker.
- Simmer Sauce: Set the slow cooker to high and let the sauce thicken for about 5–10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Garnish and Serve
- Garnish: Pour the thickened sauce over the chicken thighs and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 350-400 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 35g