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

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Tender, fall-apart chicken thighs in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, made with just 4 simple ingredients and minimal prep. This dump-and-go slow cooker recipe is perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 6–8 thighs)
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water (optional, for thickening)
  • Sesame seeds and sliced green onions (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, low-sodium soy sauce, and minced garlic until well combined.
  2. Place the chicken thighs in the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker in a single layer.
  3. Pour the honey-garlic mixture evenly over the chicken, stirring to coat.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is fork-tender and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  5. Optional: Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and set aside. Pour the liquid into a small saucepan. Whisk in the cornstarch slurry and simmer over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until thickened. Alternatively, leave the sauce in the slow cooker on HIGH, whisk in the slurry, and cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes.
  6. Return the chicken to the sauce and toss to coat. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired.

Notes

For best results, cook on LOW to ensure tender meat. Pat chicken dry before adding to slow cooker to avoid watery sauce. Do not lift the lid during cooking. If using full-sodium soy sauce, reduce to 1/4 cup. Stick with 4 cloves of garlic to avoid bitterness.

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