Tender Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs
A simple and delicious slow cooker recipe featuring tender, juicy chicken thighs coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights with minimal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes to 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds)
- 1/4 cup honey (85 grams)
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce (60 ml)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (15 ml)
Instructions
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and trim excess fat, leaving the skin on.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and apple cider vinegar until smooth.
- Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the bottom of the crockpot.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce evenly over the chicken, coating each piece.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours until the chicken is tender and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Optional: For a crispy finish, place the cooked thighs on a foil-lined baking sheet and broil for 3-5 minutes, watching closely.
- Serve with extra sauce spooned over the chicken.
Notes
If sauce is too thin after cooking, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon cold water and stir into crockpot. Cook on high for 15-20 minutes until thickened. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos. Broiling at the end adds a caramelized crust but is optional.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About one chicken th
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Protein: 28
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