Description: This Sweet Garlic Chicken made in the Crockpot is a delicious, easy-to-make dish that combines the flavors of garlic, honey, soy sauce, and a hint of ginger for a mouthwatering meal. The slow cooking process ensures the chicken becomes incredibly tender while absorbing all the sweet and savory flavors. Perfect for busy days, family dinners, or meal prep, this dish will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or coconut aminos for a gluten-free option)
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)
- Fresh cilantro or green onions, for garnish (optional)
- Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, olive oil, ground ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using). Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Place the chicken breasts (or thighs) in the Crockpot, and pour the garlic honey sauce over the top, ensuring the chicken is coated evenly.
- Cover the Crockpot with the lid and cook on low for 4-6 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender. (If you prefer a quicker cooking time, cook on high for 2-3 hours).
- Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove it from the Crockpot and shred it using two forks.
- If you’d like a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with water to make a slurry, then pour it into the Crockpot and stir to combine. Turn the Crockpot to high and cook for 10-15 more minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Return the shredded chicken to the Crockpot and stir it into the sauce. Let it heat through for another 5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro, green onions, and sesame seeds if desired. Serve with rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition (per serving, based on 4 servings):
- Calories: 300
- Protein: 30g
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Tips & Tricks:
- For a lower-calorie version, substitute the honey with a sugar-free sweetener or reduce the amount of honey used.
- You can use chicken thighs for extra flavor and juiciness. They tend to hold up better to longer cooking times and are more forgiving than chicken breasts.
- Add vegetables such as bell peppers, carrots, or onions to the Crockpot for a one-pot meal.
- For an extra pop of flavor, drizzle some sesame oil over the finished dish.
- If you like more heat, increase the amount of crushed red pepper flakes or add a dash of hot sauce to the sauce mixture.
- Use the leftover sauce for dipping or drizzling over rice or vegetables!
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