Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken
A tender and juicy slow-cooked chicken dish with a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, served with potatoes, carrots, and green beans. Perfect for a comforting, fuss-free meal!
Ingredients (Serves 4-6)
✅ 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
✅ 1 lb baby potatoes, quartered
✅ 1 lb green beans, trimmed
✅ 3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
✅ ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
✅ ¼ cup honey
✅ 3 cloves garlic, minced
✅ 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
✅ 2 tbsp olive oil
✅ 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (or rice vinegar)
✅ 1 tsp smoked paprika
✅ ½ tsp black pepper
✅ ½ tsp salt
✅ ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
✅ 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for thickening sauce)
✅ 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Slow Cooker
- Lightly grease your slow cooker (crockpot) with oil.
- Place quartered baby potatoes at the bottom.
2️⃣ Make the Honey Garlic Sauce
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, olive oil, vinegar, paprika, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes.
3️⃣ Assemble & Cook
- Add chicken breasts on top of the potatoes.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce evenly over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours.
4️⃣ Add Vegetables
- 1 hour before serving, add green beans and carrots to the slow cooker.
- Cover and continue cooking until the veggies are tender.
5️⃣ Thicken the Sauce (Optional)
- Remove 1 cup of sauce from the slow cooker.
- Stir in cornstarch + water mixture, then pour back and stir.
6️⃣ Garnish & Serve
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
- Enjoy with steamed rice or mashed potatoes!
Tips & Variations
✔️ Make it Spicier: Add extra chili flakes or sriracha.
✔️ More Protein? Swap chicken with salmon or tofu.
✔️ Extra Crunch: Add toasted sesame seeds or cashews.
✔️ Meal Prep Friendly: Store leftovers in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutritional Info (Per Serving, Approximate)
- Calories: 320-350
- Protein: 35g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Fat: 7g
Health Benefits
🍯 Honey for natural sweetness (boosts immunity!)
🥕 Carrots & Green Beans = Fiber & Vitamins
💪 High Protein & Low Fat = Perfect for weight loss
🧄 Garlic & Ginger = Anti-inflammatory & boosts digestion
Q/A Section
❓ Can I use bone-in chicken?
✅ Yes! Increase cook time by 30 minutes.
❓ Can I make it in an Instant Pot?
✅ Yes! Pressure cook on HIGH for 10 minutes + natural release.
❓ What can I serve with it?
✅ Steamed rice, quinoa, or roasted sweet potatoes!
🔥 Enjoy your Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken! Let me know if you need any modifications! 😊