The Best Effortless Crockpot Honey-Garlic Chicken Recipe
This slow cooker honey garlic chicken recipe is a go-to for busy weeknights, meal prep, or simply when you need a comforting, easy meal that everyone will love. The sticky, sweet, and savory sauce combined with tender, shredded chicken makes for an irresistible dish that’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs for a juicier option)
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup soy sauce low sodium is best
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch optional, for thickening
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for a little kick
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, chicken broth, and red pepper flakes.
- Arrange Chicken: Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then place it in a single layer in the slow cooker.
- Add Sauce: Pour the sauce over the chicken, ensuring it's well-covered.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shredded.
- Thicken the Sauce (Optional): Remove the chicken, then stir in a cornstarch slurry to the sauce. Cook on high for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
- Shred and Serve: Shred the chicken, return it to the slow cooker, and mix with the sauce. Serve over rice or noodles and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.