Honey Ginger Chicken Crock Pot
Experience the irresistible combination of sweet and savory with our Honey Ginger Chicken Crock Pot recipe, a perfect blend of tender chicken thighs and a luscious sauce infused with honey, fresh ginger, soy sauce, and garlic. This slow-cooker dish requires minimal prep time and effortlessly delivers restaurant-quality flavors straight to your table. As the chicken simmers in the flavorful marinade, it becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender, while a quick cornstarch slurry creates a thick, glossy sauce to drizzle over the finished dish. Garnished with sesame seeds and green onions for a touch of freshness and crunch, this recipe is perfect served over steamed rice or alongside vibrant vegetables. Ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep, this gluten-free, family-friendly meal is sure to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 0.5 cup Soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger (grated)
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- 2 stalks Green onions (sliced, optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Place the chicken thighs in the bottom of the crock pot in a single layer.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until well combined.
Pour the honey ginger mixture over the chicken thighs, ensuring each piece is well coated.
Set the crock pot to cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken thighs and set them aside on a serving plate. Cover to keep warm.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry.
Turn the crock pot to the high heat setting and stir the cornstarch slurry into the sauce in the pot. Let it cook for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened.
Drizzle the thickened sauce over the chicken thighs.
Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired, before serving.
Serve warm over steamed rice or with your favorite vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
526 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.5 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 213 mg | 71% | |
| Sodium | 1291 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.3 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.7 g | ||
| Protein | 52.8 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 61 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 675 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
