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Flavorful Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

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A simple and delicious slow cooker recipe featuring tender chicken thighs cooked in a sticky honey garlic glaze. Perfect for busy nights with just 5 ingredients and minimal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • ⅓ cup (113 grams) honey
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
  • Optional: chopped parsley or green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat 3 pounds (1.4 kg) of chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ⅓ cup (113 g) honey, 4 cloves minced garlic, ¼ cup (60 ml) soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Whisk until smooth. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired.
  3. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the slow cooker. Pour the honey garlic sauce evenly over the chicken, making sure each piece is coated. Do not stir.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
  5. Optional: Transfer the cooked chicken to a baking sheet and broil for 3–5 minutes to crisp the skin, watching closely to avoid burning.
  6. Serve by spooning some of the thickened sauce from the slow cooker over the chicken. Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions if desired.

Notes

Use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for juicier, more flavorful results. Do not stir the sauce before cooking to allow the skin to caramelize. For a crispier skin, broil the chicken after slow cooking. If sauce is too thin, simmer on stove to thicken. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari. You can add red pepper flakes for heat or fresh herbs for garnish.

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Keywords: slow cooker chicken, honey garlic chicken, easy chicken recipe, 5 ingredient recipe, comfort food, slow cooker dinner

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