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Easy Honey Garlic Crockpot Chicken Thighs: Best 4-Ingredient Dinner

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A set-it-and-forget-it dinner with only 4 ingredients: chicken thighs, honey, soy sauce, and garlic. The slow cooker does all the work, resulting in tender, sticky-sweet chicken that’s perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs (about 900g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup (170g) honey
  • 1/3 cup (80ml) low-sodium soy sauce
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • 2 tbsp cold water (optional, for cornstarch slurry)
  • Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
  • Sliced green onions (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together honey, low-sodium soy sauce, and minced garlic until well combined.
  2. Place chicken thighs in the bottom of a 4-6 quart slow cooker, arranging in a single layer if possible.
  3. Pour the honey-garlic mixture evenly over the chicken. Use tongs to coat each piece.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or on HIGH for 2.5-3 hours, until chicken is fork-tender.
  5. Carefully transfer chicken to a plate or cutting board and cover loosely with foil to keep warm.
  6. To thicken the sauce: Option 1 (Cornstarch Slurry) – Whisk cornstarch with cold water until smooth, then stir into the liquid in the slow cooker. Cook on HIGH for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Option 2 (Stovetop) – Pour liquid into a small saucepan, bring to a simmer over medium heat, and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring often, until reduced and thickened.
  7. Shred the chicken with two forks or leave whole, then return to the thickened sauce and toss to coat.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired.

Notes

For best results, use fresh garlic and low-sodium soy sauce. Thickening the sauce is highly recommended for a glossy glaze. Chicken thighs are preferred over breasts for tenderness. To make gluten-free, use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.

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