Easy 4-Ingredient Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs
This easy 4-ingredient crockpot honey garlic chicken thighs recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. With just honey, soy sauce, garlic, and chicken thighs, you can set it and forget it for a delicious, kid-approved meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds (900 grams) boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/3 cup (110 ml) honey
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) low-sodium soy sauce
- 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Trim off any obvious fat if desired.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic until combined.
- Place the chicken thighs in a single layer at the bottom of a 4-6 quart crockpot.
- Pour the honey garlic mixture evenly over the chicken. Flip each piece to coat.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and shreds easily with a fork.
- For a thicker sauce, carefully pour the liquid from the crockpot into a small saucepan and simmer for 4-5 minutes until reduced. Alternatively, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water and stir into the crockpot, then cook on high for 10 minutes with the lid off.
- Spoon the thickened sauce over the chicken. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
For best results, use fresh garlic and low-sodium soy sauce. If using bone-in thighs, add an extra 30-45 minutes of cooking time. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 2 t
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 22
- Sodium: 780
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 24
- Protein: 32
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