Imagine coming home to a kitchen filled with the irresistible aroma of tender, succulent chicken swimming in a rich, glossy honey garlic sauce. This Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken isn't just another dinner recipe – it's a flavor explosion that transforms ordinary chicken into a restaurant-worthy dish with minimal effort. Whether you're a busy parent, a cooking novice, or a seasoned home chef, this recipe promises to become your new go-to comfort meal that will have everyone at the table begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 4 hrs
Total Time: 4 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 2 lbs of chicken breasts, 1/2 cup of honey, 1/4 cup of soy sauce, 3 cloves of garlic (minced), 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of your crockpot. Make sure they are evenly spread out for even cooking.
- In a medium bowl, combine the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk the mixture together until well blended.
- Pour the honey garlic mixture over the chicken breasts in the crockpot, ensuring that the chicken is well coated with the sauce.
- Cover the crockpot with its lid and set it to cook on low for 4 hours. If you prefer a quicker option, you can set it to cook on high for about 2 hours.
- After the cooking time is complete, carefully remove the chicken from the crockpot and place it on a cutting board. Allow it to rest for a few minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Stir this mixture into the remaining sauce in the crockpot.
- Turn the crockpot to high and let the sauce cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until it thickens to your desired consistency.
- While the sauce is thickening, shred or slice the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Once the sauce has thickened, return the shredded or sliced chicken to the crockpot and stir to coat the chicken with the sauce.
- Serve the honey garlic chicken over rice or with your favorite side dishes, and enjoy your delicious meal!
Tips
- • For maximum flavor, use fresh garlic cloves instead of pre-minced garlic from a jar • Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts of similar size to ensure even cooking • Don't overcook the chicken – 4 hours on low is the sweet spot for tender, juicy meat • If the sauce seems too thin, let it reduce a bit longer or add extra cornstarch slurry • For extra depth of flavor, consider adding a splash of rice vinegar or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after cooking to help retain its moisture • This dish pairs perfectly with steamed rice, roasted vegetables, or a light salad
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 258kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 30g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 60mg
