Juicy Crock Pot Chicken Thighs With Garlic Honey Glaze
This recipe features tender, juicy chicken thighs slow-cooked to perfection in a sweet and savory garlic honey glaze. Perfect for a hassle-free dinner, this dish pairs beautifully with rice or vegetables.
Equipment
- 1 Crock Pot (Slow Cooker)
- 1 Measuring cups
- 1 Measuring spoons
- 1 Mixing bowl
- 1 Whisk
- 1 Tongs
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thighs Bone-in, skin-on recommended.
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic Minced.
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Optional for browning.
- 1 tablespoon chopped green onions For garnish, optional.
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, ground ginger, black pepper, and salt. Whisk together until well mixed.
- If desired, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Sear the chicken thighs for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Place the chicken thighs in the crock pot and pour the garlic honey mixture over them, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 6 hours.
- After cooking, carefully remove the chicken thighs and place them on a serving platter. If desired, thicken the sauce by transferring it to a saucepan and simmering it over medium heat until it reduces to your liking.
- Pour the thickened sauce over the chicken thighs or serve it on the side.
- Garnish with chopped green onions if using, and serve hot with your choice of sides.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can marinate the chicken thighs in the garlic honey mixture for a few hours or overnight before cooking.
Adjust the amount of garlic depending on your preference.
Serve with steamed rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.