Sweet & Savory Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken
Warm up your kitchen with this Sweet & Savory Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken! Made with just 5 simple ingredients, this delicious crockpot chicken recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy winter dinners. Juicy chicken breasts simmer in a sticky honey garlic sauce that’s packed with flavor and low on effort!
Ingredients:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for a gluten-free option)
2 tablespoons minced garlic (fresh is best!)
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions:
1. Prep the Chicken: Place chicken breasts into the bottom of your slow cooker.
2. Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and apple cider vinegar.
3. Combine: Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
4. Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until chicken is tender and cooked through.
5. Shred & Serve: Remove the chicken, shred with two forks, then return to the slow cooker. Stir well to soak up all that sticky, garlicky sauce!
Tips & Variations:
Add red pepper flakes for a spicy honey garlic chicken twist!
Swap chicken breasts for juicy chicken thighs for extra tenderness.
Use pre-minced garlic in a pinch, but fresh garlic delivers the best punch.
Serve over rice, noodles, or steamed veggies for a full meal prep win.
This easy honey garlic chicken recipe is your go-to for fuss-free, flavor-packed dinners. Try it tonight and savor the sticky, sweet, garlicky perfection!
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