Can I use frozen chicken for this recipe?

Absolutely, Just add an extra hour to the cook time—no need to thaw. The sauce will still coat every bite beautifully. I do recommend patting the chicken dry with paper towels first to prevent extra liquid in the slow cooker.

How can I adjust the sweetness of the sauce?

Too sweet? Cut the honey to 1/3 cup and add an extra tablespoon of soy sauce. Want it sweeter? Go up to 2/3 cup honey—just know the sauce will be thinner unless you add extra cornstarch at the end.

Can I make this honey garlic chicken in the oven instead?

You bet, Bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes in a covered dish. The chicken won't be quite as fall-apart tender, but it'll still taste amazing. Baste halfway through for extra flavor.

What's the best way to thicken the sauce?

My go-to is mixing 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water, then stirring it in during the last 30 minutes of cooking. Leave the lid off to let it reduce—the sauce will cling to every shred of chicken perfectly.

Can I double this recipe for a crowd?

Of course, Just make sure your slow cooker isn't more than 2/3 full. The chicken needs room to cook evenly. You might need an extra hour if doubling—trust the fork test, not just the timer.

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken: 4-Ingredient Lazy Perfection -

Name: Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken: 4-Ingredient Lazy Perfection
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h 10 min
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 1/2 cup honey; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 1/4 cup ketchup; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening); 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken: 4-Ingredient Lazy Perfection

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A simple and delicious slow cooker chicken recipe with a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce.

Author: RecipeZest
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Category: Main Dish
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Diet: Low Calorie

Ingredients

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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)

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Instructions

Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, ketchup, olive oil, garlic, oregano, and black pepper.
Pour the sauce over the chicken.
Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch and water, then stir into the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Shred the chicken with forks and serve over rice or noodles.

Notes

You can use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier result.
For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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