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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs (5-Ingredients)

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs are a perfect weeknight dinner solution, combining just five ingredients for a dish that’s sweet, savory, and utterly irresistible. The honey-garlic-soy sauce glaze creates a delightful sticky coating on tender chicken thighs, making this meal not only simple but also packed with flavor. With only five minutes of prep time, all you need to do is set your slow cooker and let it work its magic while you go about your day. Serve it over rice, noodles, or alongside fresh vegetables for a complete meal that your entire family will love.

  • Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • ⅓ cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (to thicken the sauce)
  • Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and lime juice. Mix until well combined.
  2. Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker and pour the prepared sauce over them.
  3. Cover and cook on low for about 3 hours or until chicken is tender.
  4. To thicken the sauce, remove the chicken and mix cornstarch with a few tablespoons of liquid from the slow cooker. Stir back into the sauce until thickened.
  5. Return chicken to slow cooker to coat in thickened sauce; garnish with parsley before serving.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 180 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 295
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 670mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: Use fresh ingredients like garlic and high-quality honey for enhanced flavor. Adjust sweetness by modifying honey amounts to suit your taste preference. For variety, try bone-in chicken thighs for added moisture or serve wrapped in lettuce for a low-carb option.