Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken

 

Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken 

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup chicken broth (or water)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (or rice vinegar)
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch (for thickening, optional)
• 2 tablespoons water (to mix with cornstarch)
• 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the Sauce:

   • In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, ketchup, chicken broth, garlic, vinegar, sesame oil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.

2. Assemble in the Crockpot:

   • Place the chicken breasts or thighs in the crockpot.
   • Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken, ensuring it's well coated.

3. Cook:

   • Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
   • Shred the chicken with two forks if desired, or leave it whole.

4. Thicken the Sauce (Optional):

   • If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with water in a small bowl to create a slurry.
   • Stir it into the sauce and cook on HIGH for an additional 15-20 minutes until thickened.

5. Serve:

   • Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
   • Serve over steamed rice, quinoa, or stir-fried vegetables.

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Tips:

• For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of grated ginger to the sauce.
• Swap honey with maple syrup for a different sweetness profile.
• Use bone-in chicken thighs for a richer flavor.

Enjoy your crockpot honey garlic chicken! Let me know if you'd like more variations.