🍯 Savory Slow Cooker Garlic Glazed Chicken
This slow cooker garlic glazed chicken is a family-favorite weeknight dinner—tender, juicy chicken simmered in a sticky-sweet garlic sauce that’s bursting with flavor. Using just a few pantry staples, this recipe comes together effortlessly with minimal prep, making it ideal for busy days.
🥘 Ingredients
- Chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken thighs are best for tenderness, though bone-in, skinless thighs also work.
- Fresh Ginger: Grated with a microplane or fine grater for maximum flavor.
- Garlic: Freshly minced garlic enhances the dish.
- Low-Sodium Soy Sauce: Balances the sweetness with umami depth.
- Honey: The key sweet component (pure maple syrup can be substituted).
- Brown Sugar: Adds a rich caramel note—light or dark both work.
- Red Pepper Flakes (optional): For a subtle heat kick.
🔪 Instructions
Step 1: Lay the chicken thighs in the base of your slow cooker.
Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients. Pour the mixture over the chicken.
Step 3: Once cooked, carefully transfer the chicken to a foil-lined baking sheet.
Step 4: Mix cornstarch with water to form a slurry.
Step 5: Add the slurry to the sauce in the slow cooker and simmer until it thickens.
Step 6: Brush some of the thickened sauce over the chicken.
Step 7: Broil the chicken for a few minutes to get that beautiful caramelized top.
Step 8: Return the chicken to the sauce and coat it well. Garnish with sesame seeds, if desired.
💡 Why This Recipe Works
This dish is low-effort but delivers bold, complex flavors. Chicken thighs stay moist and tender, and broiling them briefly adds a delicious golden finish. It’s a fuss-free dinner that’s sure to satisfy.
🍚 Serving Suggestions
Pair it with fluffy white rice or creamy mashed potatoes. Add a side of steamed veggies or stir-fried greens to round out the meal.
🧊 Storage & Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. Reheat in the microwave until fully warmed through.
