Honey-Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs
Honey-Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs offer a delicious blend of sweet and savory flavors with minimal effort. Tender chicken thighs slow-cooked in a sticky honey-garlic sauce make this dish a family favorite that’s perfect for busy nights.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes to 6 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
4 skinless, boneless chicken thighs
½ cup soy sauce
½ cup ketchup
⅓ cup honey
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried basil
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, ketchup, honey, minced garlic, and dried basil. Mix until the ingredients are well combined and the honey has dissolved.
- Place the chicken in the slow cooker: Arrange the chicken thighs in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken: Pour the prepared honey-garlic sauce over the chicken thighs, making sure they are well coated.
- Cook the chicken: Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked through. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (75°C).
- Serve: Once the chicken is done, serve it with the sauce spooned over the top. It pairs beautifully with rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.
Notes
If you prefer a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or sriracha to the sauce.
You can add vegetables like onions, bell peppers, or carrots to the slow cooker for a one-pan meal.
For a thicker sauce, simmer the sauce on the stove for a few minutes after cooking the chicken.
Feel free to substitute the honey with maple syrup or agave nectar for a different flavor profile.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
