Sweet Garlic Chicken in the Crockpot
Sweet Garlic Chicken in the Crockpot is a comforting and easy-to-make dish that transforms simple ingredients into a delightful family favorite. With tender chicken simmered in a sweet garlic sauce, this recipe fills your home with an irresistible aroma as it cooks. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, this meal pairs beautifully with rice or steamed vegetables, bringing everyone together at the table. The best part? It requires minimal prep time and offers delicious leftovers that taste even better the next day. Dive into this mouthwatering dish and enjoy the perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4–5 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water (for thickening)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, ketchup, vinegar, garlic, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Place the chicken in the crockpot in a single layer.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken to coat evenly.
- Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or on high for 2–3 hours.
- Mix cornstarch with water to form a slurry and add it to the crockpot during the last 20 minutes of cooking.
- Allow to rest before serving; garnish with parsley or green onions if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg