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Easy Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs: Best 5-Ingredient Dinner

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This easy crockpot honey garlic chicken thighs recipe uses just 5 ingredients for a sweet, savory, and tender dinner that practically cooks itself. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s a crowd-pleaser that requires minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 6–8 thighs)
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • 2 tablespoons cold water (for cornstarch slurry)
  • Sesame seeds and sliced green onions (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Trim excess fat if desired. Season lightly with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and ketchup.
  3. Place chicken thighs in the bottom of a 6-quart crockpot in a single layer. Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated.
  4. Cook on LOW for 4-6 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours, until chicken is fork-tender.
  5. Using tongs, transfer cooked chicken to a cutting board or plate. Leave the sauce in the crockpot.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Turn crockpot to HIGH, pour in the slurry, and stir. Cook uncovered for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens to a glossy, syrupy consistency.
  7. Shred chicken with two forks if desired, or leave whole. Return chicken to crockpot and toss to coat in thickened sauce. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions if using. Serve immediately over rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables.

Notes

For a thicker, glazier sauce, do not skip the cornstarch slurry. Use low-sodium soy sauce to control saltiness. If using bone-in chicken thighs, add 30-45 minutes to cook time. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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