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Easy Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs Recipe with Veggies

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A simple and comforting slow cooker recipe featuring tender chicken thighs in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce with hearty vegetables, perfect for quick and cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (can use boneless if preferred)
  • ⅓ cup honey (preferably raw or local)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup baby carrots
  • 1 ½ cups baby potatoes, halved
  • 1 cup green beans, trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: red pepper flakes or fresh herbs like thyme or parsley

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, chicken broth, and minced garlic. Set aside.
  2. Optional: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Brown chicken skin side down for 4-5 minutes until golden and crispy, then flip for 2 minutes. This step adds flavor but can be skipped.
  3. Toss baby carrots, halved baby potatoes, and trimmed green beans with a pinch of salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.
  4. Place the veggies at the bottom of the slow cooker. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Arrange the chicken thighs on top, skin side up.
  5. Pour the honey garlic sauce evenly over the chicken and veggies.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is tender and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). The sauce will thicken slightly and become glossy.
  7. For a thicker sauce, remove chicken and veggies, pour sauce into a small saucepan, and simmer over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until reduced. Pour back over the dish before serving.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley or red pepper flakes if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

Browning the chicken is optional but adds extra flavor and crispy skin. Use fresh garlic for best flavor. Layer veggies first to ensure even cooking. Avoid lifting the slow cooker lid during cooking to maintain temperature. Reduce sauce on stove for a glossy finish instead of adding cornstarch directly. Adjust veggies seasonally or swap soy sauce for tamari for gluten-free. Frozen veggies may become mushy; use fresh or thawed.

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