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Easy Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs Recipe for Busy Summer Meals

Easy Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs for Effortless Summer Meals

Enjoy this Easy Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs recipe for busy summer meals, combining sweet and savory flavors with minimal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs (bone-in, skin-on) Use for juicy and flavorful results.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Honey Reduce to 1/3 cup for less sweetness.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced or crushed works best.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Tamari can be used as a gluten-free alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Thickens the sauce.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional for adding spice.
For Serving
  • 2 cups Rice or Quinoa Perfect for soaking up the sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Chopped for garnish.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Optional for garnish.
  • 1 cup Cucumber Salad or Roasted Veggies As a side dish.

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Season the chicken thighs dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. In a bowl, mix together the honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes if desired.
  3. Place the seasoned chicken in the crockpot and pour the honey garlic sauce evenly over the top.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours, checking for doneness at 4 hours.
  5. About 10 minutes before serving, mix cornstarch with a little water, then stir into the sauce in the crockpot.
  6. Switch to high and cook for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until thickened.
  7. Serve the chicken over rice or quinoa, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken in the honey garlic sauce for 1-2 hours beforehand. You can also adjust the amount of honey or red pepper flakes based on your taste preference.

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