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Looking for a comforting, flavorful, and hands-off dinner? This Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken and Veggies is the ultimate one-pot wonder. With juicy, tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and a sticky-sweet garlic sauce, this dish brings warmth and goodness to your table—effortlessly. It’s perfect for busy days when you want a home-cooked meal without hovering over the stove.
Ingredients:
- For the Chicken & Veggies:
- 3 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 lb baby carrots
- 1 lb red potatoes, halved
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
- For the Honey Garlic Sauce:
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional for a little heat)
Instructions:
- Prep the Chicken:
Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 2–3 minutes per side until golden (this adds extra flavor, but you can skip it if you’re in a rush). - Make the Sauce:
In a bowl, mix together the honey, soy sauce, ketchup, garlic, basil, and red pepper flakes (if using). - Layer the Slow Cooker:
Add potatoes and carrots to the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker. Place chicken thighs on top. Pour the honey garlic sauce over everything. - Cook:
Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours. - Add green beans:
About 30 minutes before the end, add the green beans right on top. Cover and continue cooking. - Finish & Serve:
Garnish with fresh parsley and spoon the flavorful sauce from the bottom over each serving. Serve hot and enjoy every bite!
Tips for Success Garlic Chicken:
- Want a richer sauce? Mix 1 tsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp cold water and stir it in during the last 30 minutes.
- Boneless thighs or breasts work too—just reduce the cooking time slightly.
- Add mushrooms or chunks of onion for more veggie variety.
- This dish is amazingly served with rice, mashed potatoes, or warm crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Conclusion:
- This slow-cooker meal is everything a home-cooked dinner should be: easy, comforting, and full of love. The honey garlic sauce brings everything together with a beautiful balance of sweetness and savory richness. It’s a recipe you’ll return to again and again—especially on busy days when you still want the best on your table.
