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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs Recipe for Cozy Dinners

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

There's something so comforting about the smell of a home-cooked meal wafting through the house, isn't there? I can already picture family and friends gathering around the table, eager to dig into a warm plate of Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs. This dish not only brings a sense of nostalgia, but it's also incredibly easy to whip up, making it a perfect choice for those busy weeknights or lazy Sundays when you just want to savor something delicious.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs
  • 4 thighs chicken thighs bone-in and skin-on
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 green onions chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan

Method
 

  1. Step 1: In a mixing bowl, combine the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, ground ginger, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir until everything is well combined.
  2. Step 2: Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker and pour the honey garlic mixture over the top, making sure each piece is well coated.
  3. Step 3: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  4. Step 4: Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken from the slow cooker and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
  5. Step 5: If you want to thicken the sauce, simmer it in a saucepan over medium heat for a few minutes.
  6. Step 6: Serve the chicken thighs drizzled with sauce and garnish with chopped green onions.

Notes

If you happen to have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the cooked chicken for up to 3 months.