Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

Slow cooker honey garlic chicken is a flavorful and easy dish that’s perfect for busy days. Here’s a simple recipe for you:

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs (900g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger (or 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced)
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
• Cooked rice or quinoa for serving
• Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Sauce:
   • In a bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, ground ginger, and black pepper.
2. Add Chicken to Slow Cooker:
   • Place the chicken in the slow cooker and pour the honey garlic sauce over it, ensuring the chicken is well coated.
3. Cook:
   • Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
4. Thicken the Sauce (Optional):
   • If you prefer a thicker sauce, remove the chicken once it’s cooked and set it aside. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water to create a slurry. Add this to the sauce in the slow cooker and cook on high for an additional 15-20 minutes until thickened.
5. Serve:
   • Shred the chicken if desired and return it to the sauce. Serve over cooked rice or quinoa, and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if using.

Tips:

• Variations: You can add vegetables like broccoli, bell peppers, or snap peas in the last hour of cooking for added nutrition.
• Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Enjoy your delicious slow cooker honey garlic chicken!