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

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This easy crockpot honey garlic chicken thighs recipe uses just 4 main ingredients for a sticky, sweet, and savory dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights. The chicken comes out incredibly tender and coated in a glossy glaze that even picky eaters love.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 to 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)
  • Sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, and minced garlic until the honey is fully dissolved.
  2. Place the chicken thighs in the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker in a single layer if possible. Pour the sauce evenly over the top. Use tongs to flip the chicken a couple of times so each piece gets coated.
  3. Cover the crockpot and cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours, or on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours, until the chicken is fork-tender and easily shreds.
  4. About 20 minutes before serving, remove the chicken to a plate and cover it loosely with foil. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Pour the slurry into the liquid in the crockpot and stir. Cover and cook on HIGH for 15-20 minutes, until the sauce has thickened to a syrupy consistency.
  5. Return the chicken to the crockpot and toss it in the thickened sauce. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired. Serve immediately over rice or with your favorite veggies.

Notes

For best results, use fresh garlic and low-sodium soy sauce. Thickening the sauce with cornstarch slurry at the end is recommended for a sticky glaze. Don’t lift the lid during cooking. Chicken thighs can get mushy if overcooked; stick to the recommended times. This dish is even better the next day as flavors meld.

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