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Easy Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

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Tender, fall-off-the-bone chicken thighs cooked in a sticky, savory honey garlic sauce using a slow cooker for a perfect, fuss-free dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (can use boneless for quicker shredding)
  • 1/3 cup honey (raw or wildflower recommended)
  • 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder as alternative)
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for thickening sauce, optional)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, chicken broth, minced garlic, and sesame oil. Whisk until well blended.
  2. Place chicken thighs skin-side down in the slow cooker. Lightly season with salt and pepper if desired.
  3. Pour the prepared honey garlic sauce evenly over the chicken thighs, coating them well.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours until chicken is tender and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  5. About 15 minutes before serving, carefully remove the chicken and set aside.
  6. Mix cornstarch with water to make a slurry and stir it into the slow cooker. Turn on high and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10-15 minutes to thicken the sauce.
  7. Return the chicken to the slow cooker and spoon the thickened sauce over it. Let sit for a few minutes to absorb the sauce.
  8. Garnish with sliced green onions and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Serve hot over steamed rice, noodles, or vegetables.

Notes

Use bone-in, skin-on thighs for best moisture and flavor. Fresh garlic is preferred over garlic powder for better taste. Thicken sauce at the end with cornstarch slurry to avoid gluey texture. Flipping chicken halfway through cooking helps sauce penetration but is optional. Use a programmable slow cooker with timer if possible to avoid overcooking.

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