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Slow Cooker Honey Lemon Chicken Thighs

Juicy Slow Cooker Honey Lemon Chicken Thighs for Easy Flavor

A delightful Slow Cooker Honey Lemon Chicken Thighs recipe that transforms simple ingredients into a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 Yellow Onion Adds natural sweetness and moisture to the sauce; shallots can be a milder substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Honey Sweetens the dish and enhances caramelization; consider maple syrup for a unique flavor twist.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Provides acidity and brightness, balancing the flavors; lime juice makes a great alternative.
  • 1 clove Crushed Garlic Adds depth of flavor; fresh garlic is preferred, but garlic powder can work in a pinch.
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock Forms the savory base for the sauce; use vegetable stock for a lighter option.
  • to taste Salt Essential for flavor enhancement; adjust to your taste preference.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for flavor enhancement; adjust to your taste preference.
For the Chicken
  • 4 Bone-In, Skin-On Chicken Thighs Richness and juiciness are key; boneless thighs can be used with adjusted cooking time.
  • 4 sprigs Fresh Thyme Infuses the dish with lovely herbal notes; dried thyme works too, but reduce to 1 teaspoon.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Finely chop the yellow onion and spread it evenly across the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. Place the chicken thighs skin-side up on top of the chopped onions in a single layer.
  3. Mix together honey, lemon juice, crushed garlic, chicken stock, salt, and pepper until smooth in a bowl.
  4. Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the chicken thighs.
  5. Tuck fresh thyme sprigs around and on top of the chicken thighs.
  6. Cover the slow cooker and set to cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
  7. For crispy skin, broil the chicken thighs in a baking dish for 3 to 4 minutes after cooking.
  8. Skim any excess fat from the sauce in the slow cooker before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish pairs well with fluffy rice, roasted vegetables, or buttery mashed potatoes. Perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge or freezer for later enjoyment.

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