Crock Pot Honey Garlic Chicken
A reliable and tender honey garlic chicken recipe made in a crock pot, perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 1.5–2 pounds
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce Use low-sodium if preferred
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Or 1–1.5 teaspoons garlic powder in a pinch
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar Or rice vinegar
- to taste Salt and pepper
- to taste Green onions for garnish Optional
- to taste Sesame seeds for garnish Optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the chicken breasts in an even layer in the crock pot. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and apple cider vinegar until smooth.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken, moving breasts slightly so the sauce coats them.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours or on high for 2–3 hours, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and is very tender.
- Optional: For a thicker sauce, remove chicken, pour sauce into a small saucepan, simmer, and whisk in a cornstarch slurry until thickened. Return sauce to the crock pot or spoon over plated chicken.
Serving
- Serve the chicken over steamed rice or noodles. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
Swap chicken thighs for a richer flavor; ensure to increase cook time slightly if using bone-in pieces. For gluten-free, use tamari or gluten-free soy sauce. Leftovers make excellent sandwiches — pile the chicken on crusty rolls with quick pickled onions.