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Honey Garlic Chicken

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Honey Garlic Chicken is an easy slow cooker meal featuring tender shredded chicken coated in a sweet and savory sauce made with honey, garlic, soy sauce, and chili garlic sauce. It’s a comforting dish that pairs perfectly with rice, noodles, or vegetables.

Ingredients

1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast (or chicken thighs)

3 tablespoons minced garlic

1/2 cup honey

1/2 cup soy sauce (or tamari)

2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce

1/2 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, honey, soy sauce, and chili garlic sauce until smooth and well combined.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. Pour the honey garlic sauce evenly over the chicken.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and is tender.
  5. Remove the cooked chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
  6. If a thicker sauce is desired, remove 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid and whisk it with the cornstarch until dissolved.
  7. Pour the cornstarch mixture back into the slow cooker and stir well.
  8. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and mix it with the sauce.
  9. Cover and cook on high for an additional 10 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  10. Serve warm with rice, noodles, or vegetables, and garnish with sesame seeds or chopped green onions if desired.

Notes

  • Chicken thighs can be used instead of chicken breasts for a juicier result.
  • Add grated fresh ginger or extra chili garlic sauce for additional flavor or heat.
  • Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce salt content.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • This dish freezes well for up to 3 months in freezer-safe containers.
  • Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of water or broth if the sauce thickens too much.

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