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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

Juicy Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken That You'll Love

A delightful Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken recipe that combines tender chicken with a sweet-savory glaze, perfect for weeknight meals or entertaining.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Can use tamari for gluten-free version.
  • 1/2 cup Honey Warm crystallized honey before use to ensure easy mixing.
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is recommended for maximum flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lime Juice Lemon juice can be used if lime is unavailable.
For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless Chicken Thighs or Breasts Thighs are less likely to dry out due to higher fat content.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and fresh lime juice until smooth and glossy.
  2. Pat the boneless chicken thighs or breasts dry with paper towels and place them in the slow cooker.
  3. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated. Close the lid tightly.
  4. Set your slow cooker to low for 3 hours without opening the lid.
  5. Once done, remove the chicken and mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Add this to the sauce and cook on high for 5-10 minutes until thick.
  6. Return the chicken to the slow cooker, coating it with the thickened sauce and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze the chicken without thickening the sauce for up to 3 months.

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