Description
Sweet Garlic Chicken is a delicious slow cooker meal featuring tender chicken thighs or breasts cooked in a sweet and savory sauce made with garlic, honey, and soy sauce.
Ingredients
- 4–6 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ⅓ cup honey
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoon water
- Fresh chopped parsley or green onions for garnish
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, ketchup, vinegar, minced garlic, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) to form a smooth sauce.
2. Place the chicken thighs or breasts into the bottom of your crockpot in a single layer.
3. Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.
4. About 20 minutes before serving, mix the cornstarch and water together to create a slurry. Pour it into the crockpot and gently stir. Cover and let it cook for another 15-20 minutes until the sauce thickens.
5. Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions and serve hot over rice, noodles, or vegetables.
Notes
Adjust cooking times based on chicken size and thickness. Experiment with additional spices for enhanced flavor. This dish pairs well with various sides like steamed rice or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-5 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg