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Easy Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs: Best 4-Ingredient Dinner

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Tender, fall-apart chicken thighs in a sticky, sweet-savory honey garlic glaze made with just four ingredients in a slow cooker. Perfect for busy weeknights, this set-it-and-forget-it dinner delivers big flavor with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon oil (for browning, optional)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
  • Red pepper flakes or sriracha (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water (for thickening, optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Trim excess fat or skin, season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Optional: Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown chicken thighs for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Add rice vinegar or sesame oil if using.
  4. Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker in a single layer. Pour sauce evenly over the top.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until chicken reaches 165°F and shreds easily.
  6. Optional: Remove chicken and set aside. Pour liquid into a saucepan, whisk in cornstarch slurry, and simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  7. Return chicken to slow cooker or pour thickened sauce over it. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, or red pepper flakes. Serve over rice, noodles, or with vegetables.

Notes

For best results, use low-sodium soy sauce to control saltiness. Thickening the sauce with a cornstarch slurry creates a glossy glaze. The dish tastes even better the next day as flavors meld.

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