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Easy Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

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Tender, juicy chicken thighs cooked low and slow in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. This set-it-and-forget-it recipe delivers a sticky, almost-candied glaze that’s perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (900g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/3 cup (115g) honey
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) ketchup
  • 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon (8g) cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, ketchup, minced garlic, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Taste and adjust sweetness or saltiness as needed.
  2. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Trim excess fat if desired.
  3. Place chicken thighs in a single layer at the bottom of a 4-6 quart slow cooker. Pour sauce evenly over the top.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 5-6 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until chicken shreds easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  5. Carefully remove chicken to a plate and cover loosely with foil.
  6. Pour the liquid from the crockpot into a small saucepan (or leave in the crockpot on warm). In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water until smooth. Stir slurry into the sauce. If using a saucepan, bring to a simmer over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until thickened. If using the crockpot, switch to high, stir in slurry, and cook uncovered for 10-15 minutes.
  7. Return chicken to the thickened sauce, turning to coat. Let sit for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken dry to avoid watery sauce. Don’t lift the lid during cooking. The cornstarch slurry is essential for a thick glaze. For a stronger garlic flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder along with fresh garlic. Leftovers keep for up to 4 days in the refrigerator and freeze well for up to 3 months.

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