Description
Unveil the magic of your Crock-Pot with this simple yet spectacular Honey Garlic Chicken. Perfect for busy days, this recipe delivers a delicious, hearty meal with the lush flavors of honey and garlic, melding beautifully in a slow-cooked glaze. Whether it’s a quiet family dinner or a casual gathering, this dish promises to impress everyone at the table with its mouthwatering aroma and tender chicken.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- Sesame seeds and sliced green onions, for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, ketchup, minced garlic, basil, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
- Place the chicken breasts in the Crock-Pot and pour the sauce mixture over them, ensuring they are well-coated.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours, or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- In a small bowl, dissolve cornstarch in water and stir into the Crock-Pot. Increase the heat to high and cook for an additional 30 minutes to thicken the sauce.
- Serve the chicken garnished with sesame seeds and green onions. Ideal over rice or with steamed vegetables.
Notes
- To check if the chicken is cooked, use a meat thermometer. The internal temperature should reach 165°F.
- For a spicier version, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add a splash of your favorite hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg