Slow Cooker Sweet Garlic Chicken
This mouthwatering dish combines tender chicken with a rich, sweet, and garlicky sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2-3 pounds Chicken Thighs Bone-in or boneless, trimmed of excess fat.
- 6-8 cloves Garlic Minced or chopped.
- 0.5 cup Honey High-quality honey for best flavor.
- 0.25 cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium preferred.
- 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Adds acidity to balance sweetness.
- 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Can use fresh ginger if preferred.
- 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Adds nutty flavor.
- to taste Salt and Pepper For seasoning.
Garnish
- to taste Chopped Green Onions For garnish.
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients and trim excess fat from chicken thighs.
- In a medium bowl, combine minced garlic, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ground ginger, and sesame oil. Whisk until well blended.
- Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker, spread out evenly.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Do not lift the lid during cooking to preserve heat and moisture.
- Check the chicken's internal temperature 30 minutes before serving; it should reach 165°F (75°C).
- If desired, thicken the sauce by removing chicken and turning the slow cooker to high for 15-20 minutes.
- Return chicken to the slow cooker to soak in the thickened sauce for 10 minutes.
- Serve chicken on a platter, drizzling sauce over the top and garnishing with chopped green onions.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.