Can I use chicken breasts for this recipe?

Yes! Just reduce the cook time slightly, as chicken breasts cook faster and can dry out.

How to thicken honey garlic sauce?

Use a cornstarch slurry (2 tablespoons cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water) and stir it into the hot sauce.

Absolutely! It's a freezer-friendly chicken meal that tastes just as good reheated.

Think broccoli, carrots, bell peppers, snap peas — anything that soaks up sauce!

Sticky, sweet, and savory Honey Garlic Chicken made easy in the slow cooker. A cozy family-favorite with minimal prep and maximum flavor!

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Season chicken thighs lightly with salt and pepper.
In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, ketchup, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes.
Place chicken in slow cooker and pour sauce over it.
Cover and cook on high for 2–3 hours or low for 4–5 hours.
Remove chicken. Mix cornstarch and water, add to sauce, and cook on high for 10–15 minutes to thicken.
Optional: Broil chicken on foil-lined baking sheet with sauce for 3–4 minutes until caramelized.
Return chicken to sauce or spoon sauce on top. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Use low-sodium soy sauce to control saltiness. Great for meal prep. Store leftovers in fridge up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months.