Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe

Name: Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 large bone-in skinless chicken breasts or 2 1/2-3 lbs skinless chicken breasts; 1/2 cup honey; 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce; 1/4 cup blackberry jam; 1/4 cup hoisin sauce; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup diced onion; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional); 1 tablespoon cornstarch; sliced scallion, for garnish; sesame seeds, for garnish

Servings: persons

3 large bone-in skinless chicken breasts or 2 1/2-3 lbs skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup blackberry jam
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup diced onion
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
sliced scallion, for garnish
sesame seeds, for garnish

1
Arrange the chicken breasts in the slow cooker so that they are not overlapping.
2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, blackberry jam, hoisin, olive oil, garlic, onion and crushed red pepper flakes, and then pour the sauce over the chicken. Cover the slow cooker and cook the chicken on LOW for 4 to 5 hours until the chicken is fully cooked.
3
Using tongs, remove the chicken from the slow cooker (reserving the liquids) and place it on a cutting board. Remove the bones then use two forks to shred the chicken into smaller pieces. Place the shredded chicken in a large bowl.
4
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch with 3 tablespoons of cold water to make a slurry.
5
Transfer the liquids from the slow cooker into a small saucepan set over medium-high heat and whisk in the slurry. Bring the sauce to a boil and cook it until it reduces and has thickened slightly, about 3 minutes. Pour the sauce over the chicken, tossing to combine. Serve the chicken topped with sliced scallions and sesame seeds.

435

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Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 large bone-in skinless chicken breasts or 2 1/2-3 lbs skinless chicken breasts, 1/2 cup honey, 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce, 1/4 cup blackberry jam, and more.

Yes, Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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