SLOW COOKER HONEY GARLIC CHICKEN AND VEGGIES
This Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken and Veggies is a delicious and convenient meal that combines tender chicken with vibrant vegetables, all coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. Perfect for a hassle-free dinner, this dish cooks slowly to enhance the flavors.
Equipment
- 1 slow cooker
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts) Trim any excess fat if using thighs.
- 1 cup honey
- ½ cup soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 4 cups mixed veggies (such as broccoli, bell peppers, and carrots) You can use any combination of vegetables based on preference or availability.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the chicken. If using chicken thighs, trim any excess fat. Place the chicken in the slow cooker.
- In a mixing bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Stir well to create the sauce.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring that it's well-coated.
- Add the mixed vegetables around the chicken in the slow cooker. Drizzle the olive oil over the vegetables and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Cover the slow cooker with its lid. Cook on low for 4 hours, or on high for 2 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Once done, shred the chicken in the slow cooker using two forks and stir everything together to combine the flavors.
- Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
Notes
You can use any combination of vegetables based on your preference or seasonal availability.
If you like a spicier kick, consider adding red pepper flakes to the sauce.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave before serving.