Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

Slow cooker honey garlic chicken is one of my favorite crockpot chicken recipes that’s quick, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. It comes out perfectly tender every time!

Love easy dinner recipes with this flavor profile? Try honey sesame chicken and my honey garlic meatball recipe, too!

Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken

I love to have lots of quick and easy slow cooker recipes on hand, especially for those busy weeknights! This dish is one of my go-to’s, along with crockpot lasagna, chicken enchilada soup, and this crack chicken crockpot recipe!

If you know me, you know that I’m all about quick and easy DELICIOUS recipes! And this slow cooker honey garlic chicken recipe is one of those dishes. The sauce has such a unique flavor and leaves your family begging for more! They’ll think you slaved all day in the kitchen. They don’t have to know it only took you five minutes to prep. ;)

There are so many ways to serve this dish to your liking. We love serving it with cooked rice (or my easy fried rice recipe) and steamed veggies, but you could easily keep it low-carb and serve it over lettuce wraps or with cauliflower rice. This honey chicken would even taste delicious on a bun with some crunchy Asian slaw. You really can’t go wrong any way you serve this slow cooker chicken recipe!

Type of Chicken to Use

I prefer to use boneless skinless chicken breasts when making this recipe. They are lean with white meat and are very easy to shred once cooked.

You could also use boneless skinless chicken thighs if you’d like (I prefer those over bone-in). They are a bit more fatty with dark meat, creating a richer taste. You can add the thighs straight to the crockpot, or sear them first for a crispier exterior with a little more flavor.

Honey Garlic Sauce

The honey garlic sauce is the star of the show! It’s sweet, flavorful, and has a hint of Asian flavor from the soy sauce. All of the ingredients are simple fridge and pantry staples that you likely already have on hand.

Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.

• Soy sauce: Regular soy sauce is typically pretty salty, so I like to use the low sodium soy sauce to cut back on the sodium level. Coconut aminos are also a great substitute for those looking for a soy-free alternative.
• Honey: This helps to naturally sweeten the sauce. Feel free to use more or less to taste, depending on how sweet you prefer the sauce.
• Olive oil: Using high-quality olive oil will give you the best flavor.
• Minced garlic: Freshly minced garlic packs a punch of flavor into the sauce. You could always use garlic powder if you don’t have any fresh garlic on hand, however, I prefer the flavor that minced garlic adds. Learn tips for how to mince garlic.
• Spices: A simple mix of onion powder, salt, and pepper is all you need to season the sauce.

How to Make Honey Chicken in Crockpot

Create the best dinner using your slow cooker with this honey garlic chicken recipe! It is simple to add the ingredients into the slow cooker and allow the chicken to tenderize and soak in all the juices infusing the chicken with so much flavor. Let the crock pot do all the work!

1. Mix sauce. Add all of the sauce ingredients in a medium bowl and whisk until well combined.
2. Pour over the chicken. Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker and pour sauce over top.
3. Cook in the slow cooker. Cook on low for 3 to 4 hours, or until the meat falls apart.
4. Serve. Serve the shredded chicken over rice and add green onions and sesame seeds on top.

Favorite Ways to Serve Honey Chicken

These are all great ways to make a complete meal! Adding vegetables, making bowls, or enjoying it in a sandwich is the best way to enjoy this honey garlic chicken recipe. Create your favorite way to make this chicken dinner!

• Chicken bowl. Serve in a bowl over brown rice or white rice. This makes for a great complete meal. Add broccoli or sliced carrots too!
• Toppings. Top with sliced green onions and sesame seeds for additional flavor.
• Veggies. Add in steamed vegetables like broccoli or green beans. Cook them separately, then add them to your bowl before serving.
• Healthy bowl. Use cooked quinoa or cauliflower rice for a healthier version lower in carbohydrates.
• Chow mein. Serve with a side of chow mein noodles. Add a small bowl for a complete meal with chow mein and chicken plus some veggies!
• Greens. This dish also tastes great in lettuce wraps or over a salad. We love a light and tasty meal when it comes to lettuce.
• Bread. For those who love bread and sandwiches, then you need to have this delicious combination! Serve in a sandwich bun with crunchy Asian slaw on top.

Storing + Freezing Leftovers

Any leftover honey chicken will be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You may also freeze for up to 3 months. Let thaw in the fridge the night before reheating. Then reheat in the microwave or in a small saucepan on the stove over low heat. You may need to add a splash of water or broth to thin out the sauce a little.

Check out a few of my other favorite slow cooker dinner recipes.

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