This Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken is the perfect mix of sweet, savory, and absolutely stress-free. Juicy chicken thighs slow cook in a sticky honey garlic sauce that’s rich, bold, and irresistible. It’s better than takeout, and you don’t have to babysit the stove!
The first time I made this, I was amazed at how a few simple pantry ingredients turned into such bold flavor. Soy sauce, honey, garlic, and a touch of ketchup create the ultimate glaze that thickens beautifully in the crockpot. Every bite is coated in sticky-sweet goodness, and the chicken stays incredibly moist.
You can use chicken thighs or breasts, bone-in or boneless. This dish is perfect over steamed rice, noodles, or even wrapped in lettuce leaves for a low-carb option. Sprinkle on sesame seeds and green onions for that restaurant-style finish.
Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or part of your meal prep routine, this slow cooker honey garlic chicken brings maximum flavor with minimal effort. You’ll want to lick the plate!
Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken – Sticky, Sweet, and So Easy
Ingredients
Method
- Lightly spray the crockpot. Place chicken thighs at the bottom.
- In a bowl, whisk honey, soy sauce, ketchup, garlic, basil, and pepper.
- Pour sauce over chicken.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until tender.
- Optional: Remove chicken and whisk in cornstarch slurry. Cook on HIGH for 15 mins to thicken. Return chicken to sauce.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve over rice or noodles.