Honey Garlic Chicken (Easy Slow Cooker Dinner)

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Honey garlic chicken is one of those dinners I can count on when I need something easy, comforting, and guaranteed to please everyone at the table. The sauce is sweet, savory, and mild, which makes it perfect for kids, but it still has enough flavor that adults enjoy it too. Best of all, the slow cooker handles almost everything, which is a lifesaver on busy weeknights.

This is the kind of meal I throw together in the morning, then come home to tender chicken coated in a sticky honey garlic sauce. Serve it with rice or simple steamed veggies and dinner is done without stress.

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Honey Garlic Chicken

This slow cooker honey garlic chicken is simple, family friendly, and made with ingredients you probably already have. The sauce thickens right in the crockpot and clings to the chicken beautifully.

Ingredients

Chicken

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste

Honey Garlic Sauce

½ cup honey
¼ cup soy sauce
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground ginger

For Thickening

1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water

For Serving

Chopped green onions

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Instructions

Step 1: Make The Sauce

In a bowl, stir together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and ground ginger until fully combined. This sauce is sweet, savory, and very kid friendly.

Step 2: Add Chicken To Slow Cooker

Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker in a single layer. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken, making sure each piece is well coated.

Step 3: Cook

Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours or on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours. The chicken should be tender and cooked through.

Step 4: Thicken The Sauce

During the last 30 minutes of cooking, mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth. Stir it into the slow cooker. Cover and continue cooking until the sauce thickens.

Step 5: Serve

Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and slice it. Spoon the thickened honey garlic sauce over the top and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Tips For Best Results

If your chicken breasts are very thick, slice them in half lengthwise so they cook evenly.
For extra sauce, double the sauce ingredients and cook as directed.
This dish thickens more as it sits, making leftovers perfect for lunch the next day.

Easy Variations

Extra Mild: Skip the ginger for very sensitive eaters.
Extra Flavor: Add a splash of rice vinegar to the sauce for balance.
Shredded Chicken: Shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker and serve it over rice.

FAQs

Is honey garlic chicken sweet?

Yes, but it is balanced with soy sauce and garlic, making it mild and family friendly.

Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?

Yes. Boneless, skinless chicken thighs work great and stay very tender.

Can I make this ahead of time?

Absolutely. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheat gently.

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