Crockpot Soy Honey Garlic Chicken
A delightful combination of savory and sweet flavors, this Crockpot Soy Honey Garlic Chicken is a hassle-free meal that warms the heart and satisfies the palate.
Ingrédients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Thawed if previously frozen
- 1/2 cup soy sauce (low-sodium recommended) Substitute with coconut aminos if needed
- 1/2 cup honey Maple syrup can be used as an alternative
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic is recommended
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated Can substitute with garlic powder or ground ginger if in a pinch
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) For added heat
- 2 pieces green onions, sliced For garnish
- to taste sesame seeds For garnish
- as needed cooked rice or noodles For serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all the ingredients listed above.
- Rinse and pat the chicken breasts dry to ensure they absorb the sauce better.
Cooking
- Place the chicken breasts in a single layer in the crockpot.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken, turning the breasts a few times to coat them well.
- Cover the crockpot and set it to cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or on HIGH for 3–4 hours.
- Once done, transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting board and shred into bite-sized pieces.
- Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir well to combine with the remaining sauce.
- Let it sit on the WARM setting for about 5–10 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
- Serve over hot cooked rice or noodles.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
Perfect for busy weeks or meal prep. Can be served with rice, noodles, or greens. Consider marinating chicken in the sauce for added flavor.