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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

Quick & Simple Meals
This Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken is tender, juicy, and simmered in a flavorful sweet-and-savory sauce with a touch of spice. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep, it's a family-friendly meal perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 3 tbsp minced garlic
  • ½ cup honey
  • ½ cup soy sauce or tamari
  • 2 tsp chili garlic sauce
  • ½ tbsp cornstarch optional

Instructions
 

  • Whisk together garlic, honey, soy sauce, and chili garlic sauce.
  • Place chicken in slow cooker. Pour sauce over.
  • Cook on LOW 4–5 hours or HIGH 2–3 hours.
  • Remove chicken, shred with forks.
  • Optional: Whisk cornstarch into ¼ cup liquid, stir into slow cooker.
  • Cook 10 more mins.
  • See full steps with tips & photos → https://mischacrossing.com/slow-cooker-honey-garlic-chicken/

Notes

  • Make-Ahead Tip: Combine all ingredients in a freezer bag and freeze for a future slow cooker meal.
  • Serving Suggestions: Pair with jasmine rice, quinoa, lettuce wraps, or stir-fried vegetables.
  • Heat Level: Adjust chili garlic sauce for more or less spice.
  • Storage: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.