Honey Ginger Chicken Crock Pot

Experience the irresistible combination of sweet and savory with our Honey Ginger Chicken Crock Pot recipe, a perfect blend of tender chicken thighs and a luscious sauce infused with honey, fresh ginger, soy sauce, and garlic. This slow-cooker dish requires minimal prep time and effortlessly delivers restaurant-quality flavors straight to your table. As the chicken simmers in the flavorful marinade, it becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender, while a quick cornstarch slurry creates a thick, glossy sauce to drizzle over the finished dish. Garnished with sesame seeds and green onions for a touch of freshness and crunch, this recipe is perfect served over steamed rice or alongside vibrant vegetables. Ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep, this gluten-free, family-friendly meal is sure to become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:250 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
• 0.5 cup Honey
• 0.5 cup Soy sauce (low sodium)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger (grated)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
• 2 stalks Green onions (sliced, optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken thighs in the bottom of the crock pot in a single layer.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until well combined.

Step 3

Pour the honey ginger mixture over the chicken thighs, ensuring each piece is well coated.

Step 4

Set the crock pot to cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.

Step 5

Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken thighs and set them aside on a serving plate. Cover to keep warm.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry.

Step 7

Turn the crock pot to the high heat setting and stir the cornstarch slurry into the sauce in the pot. Let it cook for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened.

Step 8

Drizzle the thickened sauce over the chicken thighs.

Step 9

Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired, before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm over steamed rice or with your favorite vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1289.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2603.6

Total Fat 118.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 988.8mg	0%
Sodium 4690.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 129.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g	0%
Total Sugars 99.0g
Protein 247.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 226.1mg	0%
Iron 12.4mg	0%
Potassium 3154.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.5%

Protein: 38.5%

Carbs: 20.1%