Delicious Crock Pot Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe

Crock Pot Honey Garlic Chicken — a chinese recipe (main course) with 8 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.

Medium
Updated March 20, 2026

190

Total Time (min)

6

servings

234

Calories/serving

Medium

Difficulty

Delicious Crock Pot Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe

Ingredients

Servings:
6
  • 2 pounds chicken thighs (boneless and skinless)
  • 1 cup honey
  • 1 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
  • 1 cup green onions (sliced for garnish)

Instructions

5 steps

  1. Prepare the Chicken

    Place the chicken thighs in the bottom of the crock pot.

    Make sure to spread them out evenly.
  2. Mix the Sauce

    In a bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and optional vinegar and sesame oil.

    Whisk until well mixed.
  3. Add Sauce to Chicken

    Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken in the crock pot.

    Ensure all the chicken is coated.
  4. Cook

    Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.

    Chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  5. Serve

    Shred the chicken with two forks and mix it with the sauce.

    Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Health: Dairy-Free, Egg-Free, Peanut-Free, Tree-Nut-Free, Fish-Free, Shellfish-Free

Storage & Reheating

❄️

Refrigerator

Up to 3 days in an airtight container

🧊

Freezer

Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge

🔥

Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.

What to Serve With

Complete your chinese meal with these perfect pairings:

🍽️Steamed jasmine rice
🍽️Stir-fried vegetables
🍽️Egg drop soup

About This Dish

Delicious Crock Pot Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe is a beloved dish from Chinese cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 190 minutes, it is a rewarding project for when you have extra time in the kitchen.

Chinese cuisine is one of the oldest and most diverse culinary traditions in the world, with thousands of years of history. Each of China's eight major regional cuisines offers unique flavors and cooking techniques.

This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 8 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, but chicken thighs are recommended for tenderness.

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Nutrition Facts

6 serving(s) per recipe

Serving size1 serving
Calories350kcal
Total Fat10gg
Sodium600mgmg
Total Carbohydrates38gg
Dietary Fiber0gg
Total Sugars25gg
Protein28gg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

Recipe Details

CuisineChinese