Crock Pot Chicken Recipe
Looking for a flavorful and easy dinner idea? Our Crock Pot Chicken Recipe is a must-try dish! This tender chicken, cooked slowly in a savory-sweet sauce, is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you can set it and forget it while the slow cooker works its magic. Serve it over your choice of rice or enjoy it in sandwiches for a delicious meal everyone will love. This comfort food classic brings warmth to your table, making every bite feel like a hug!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients
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- 3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
- In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, ground ginger, honey, red pepper flakes, and minced garlic.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Remove chicken and shred or chop it.
- Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry; stir into the sauce in the slow cooker.
- Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker and mix well; cook for an additional 5–10 minutes until thickened.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg