Easy slow cooker chicken thighs with honey –When it comes to quick and easy meals, a slow cooker can be your best friend. Today, I want to share a delicious recipe for honey garlic chicken that is not only simple to prepare but also packed with flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish is sure to please everyone at the dinner table!
Healthy Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken
This recipe is all about convenience and taste. With a few basic ingredients, you can create a meal that feels like it took hours to prepare. Grab your slow cooker, and let’s get started!
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Cooked rice or quinoa, for serving
Instructions:
- Start by placing the chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker.
- In a bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and ginger until well combined.
- Pour the honey garlic mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring that the chicken is well coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the sauce, stirring to combine.
- Serve hot over cooked rice or quinoa, garnished with chopped green onions.
This honey garlic chicken is not only healthy but incredibly satisfying. The combination of sweet and savory flavors makes this dish a hit for the entire family. Plus, with minimal prep and cleanup, it’s perfect for those days when time is tight but you still want a wholesome meal. Enjoy!
