Honey Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken (Printable Version)
Slow-cooked chicken thighs in a honey garlic sauce, garnished with scallions and sesame seeds. Serve with rice.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
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2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
→ Sauce
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1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
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1/3 cup honey
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1/3 cup ketchup
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6 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
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1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
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1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes, optional
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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2 tablespoons cold water
→ For Serving (Optional)
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Chopped scallions
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Sesame seeds
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Cooked rice
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Arrange the chicken thighs in an even layer at the bottom of the slow cooker, ensuring consistent heat distribution.
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In a mixing bowl, whisk together low-sodium soy sauce, honey, ketchup, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, grated ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes until the mixture is smooth and homogeneous.
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Evenly pour the prepared sauce over the arranged chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
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Secure the lid and cook on high for 3.5 hours or on low for 6 to 8 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
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Whisk cornstarch with cold water to create a smooth slurry. Stir the slurry into the slow cooker and continue cooking on high for an additional 15 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
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Serve the chicken thighs whole or shredded over cooked rice. Finish with a garnish of chopped scallions and sesame seeds as desired.
# Additional Notes:
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For best flavor, opt for freshly grated ginger and freshly minced garlic. Adjust crushed red pepper flakes to control spice level.