Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken
A tender and flavorful dish combining sweet honey with savory garlic and soy sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
For the sauce
- ½ cup honey Adjust sweetness to taste if needed.
- ½ cup low sodium soy sauce Preferred for less salt.
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
For garnish
- Chopped green onions For a pop of color and freshness.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium bowl, combine the honey, soy sauce, ketchup, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Stir until well mixed.
- Take the chicken breasts and place them in the slow cooker. Season them lightly with salt and pepper.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
Cooking
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and use two forks to shred it into bite-sized pieces.
- Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker, mixing it well with the sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.
Notes
For extra tenderness, use fresh or fully thawed chicken. Adjust the sweetness of the sauce based on personal preference. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for 2-3 months. Reheat with a splash of chicken broth to retain moisture.