Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

1. Prepare the Chicken

• Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
• Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.

2. Make the Sauce

• In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, ketchup, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped onion, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using).

3. Combine and Cook

• Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring all the chicken is well-coated.
• Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.

4. Thicken the Sauce

• About 30 minutes before serving, mix the water and cornstarch in a small bowl until smooth.
• Pour the cornstarch mixture into the slow cooker and stir gently to combine.
• Cover and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.

5. Serve

• Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and slice or shred it as desired.
• Spoon the thickened honey garlic sauce over the chicken.
• Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

6. Enjoy

• Serve the honey garlic chicken over rice or noodles, with steamed vegetables on the side if desired.

Tips

• For Extra Flavor: Marinate the chicken in the honey garlic sauce for a few hours or overnight before cooking.
• To Save Time: Use pre-minced garlic and pre-chopped onions.
• Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove until warmed through.

Enjoy this flavorful and easy Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken recipe, perfect for any night of the week!