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Slow Cooker Sticky Honey Chicken

Easy Slow Cooker Sticky Honey Chicken for Happier Dinners

A comforting Slow Cooker Sticky Honey Chicken recipe that combines sweet and savory flavors for a tender meal everyone loves.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Thighs/Breasts Choose thighs for extra juiciness and flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Honey You can use agave syrup for a lighter alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Opt for low-sodium soy sauce for better salt control.
  • 1/4 cup Ketchup Consider reduced-sugar ketchup for a healthier option.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic enhances flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar works as a great substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Use fresh ginger for a more robust flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Optional for thickening the sauce.
For Garnishing
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Sliced for garnish.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Optional for garnish.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by placing your chicken thighs or breasts at the bottom of your slow cooker. Arrange them in a single layer.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, ketchup, minced garlic, rice vinegar, ground ginger, and black pepper. Whisk until fully integrated.
  3. Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring each piece is generously coated.
  4. Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours.
  5. If you prefer a thicker sauce, prepare a cornstarch slurry and stir it into the slow cooker 15 minutes before serving.
  6. Once the chicken is fully cooked, carefully remove it and shred the chicken using two forks. Return it to the slow cooker.
  7. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This Slow Cooker Sticky Honey Chicken can be refrigerated for up to three days or frozen for three months—perfect for meal prepping!

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