Description
Succulent crockpot honey garlic chicken brings comfort and flavor to weeknight dinners with minimal effort. Tender chicken pieces swim in a glossy, sweet-savory sauce that promises to delight hungry families and satisfy serious home cooks.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Sauces and Seasonings:
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Aromatics and Oils:
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Optional Garnish:
- chopped green onions
- sesame seeds
Instructions
- Craft a vibrant marinade by whisking together honey, soy sauce, crushed garlic, rice vinegar, olive oil, ground ginger, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper in a mixing vessel until thoroughly integrated.
- Transfer chicken breasts into the crockpot and lavishly coat with the aromatic honey garlic fusion.
- Secure the lid and allow the chicken to gently simmer on low temperature for 4-6 hours or on high heat for 2-3 hours, ensuring the meat reaches optimal tenderness and complete cooking.
- Carefully extract the cooked chicken from the slow cooker and utilize two forks to delicately pull apart the meat into succulent shreds.
- Reintroduce the shredded chicken into the remaining sauce, thoroughly coating each morsel with the rich, complex flavor profile.
- Present the glazed chicken atop a bed of steamed rice, delicate noodles, or alongside roasted seasonal vegetables.
- Enhance the visual appeal and add a fresh dimension by garnishing with finely chopped green onions or a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds.
Notes
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to control salt intake and create a healthier version of the dish.
- For a spicier kick, increase red pepper flakes or add sriracha sauce directly into the honey garlic mixture.
- Swap chicken breasts with thighs for a more tender and juicy result, as dark meat holds moisture better during slow cooking.
- Prevent dry chicken by avoiding overcooking; check internal temperature reaches 165°F and remove immediately when done.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (low) or 2 hours (high)
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg