Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken is easy to make, fuss-free, and loaded with tons of flavor. With the addition of sriracha sauce, this honey garlic chicken crock pot recipe is sure to spice up your weeknight dinners!
Post includes Weight Watchers points.
Asian takeout is a favorite around here, but the cost of takeout doesn’t always fit into the budget. Luckily, this recipe for crock pot honey garlic chicken makes it possible to enjoy delicious takeout-style meals at home without spending a lot.
Like my Slow Cooker Chicken Spaghetti, Slow cooker honey garlic chicken is so great dish because it requires almost no effort at all to make.
Simply dump and start and then let the slow cooker do the rest. Set it before you leave in the morning and you can come home to a house that smells great and a satisfying meal that’s ready to serve.
Doubling this slow cooker honey garlic chicken is easy to do, so it’s great to make this when guests come over. The leftovers are perfect for lunch all week, which makes it an ideal meal prep solution too.
For even more savings, serve with rice and add some veggies for a complete meal. This honey garlic chicken crock pot recipe is an awesome budget-conscious family meal.
And if you want quicker cooking Asian recipes then try this super crispy Air Fryer Popcorn Chicken and better than take out Air Fryer Orange Chicken.
Why Make This Recipe
- Easy – Just dump everything into the slow cooker, set it and go about your day. Dinner will be ready when you are.
- Pantry-Friendly – You probably have everything you need to make this right in your pantry.
- Better Than Takeout – Save money but enjoy the same take-out favorites that you love.
Ingredient Notes
- Chicken – this recipe calls for boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 2-inch cubes, but you could also use chicken thighs instead.
- Salt & Pepper – a simple yet perfect seasoning for just about any dish.
- Sriracha Sauce – gives this dish a little kick heat and great flavor.
- Soy Sauce – for that umami component. Use low sodium or gluten free soy sauce to fit your dietary needs.
- Honey – a hint of sweetness adds great flavor.
- Garlic – always use fresh garlic when possible.
- Lemon Juice – adds brightness to the dish. Use fresh squeezed or bottled.
- White Vinegar – can also swap in rice vinegar if you have it on hand.
- Cornstarch – use to thicken the sauce.
- Sesame Seeds and Scallions – optional ingredients for garnishing and give the finished dish that classic takeout look.
How To Make Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken
Get full ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.
- Lightly spray the bottom of a slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
- Add the chicken pieces to the slow cooker and season with salt and pepper.
- Pour in the sriracha, soy sauce, honey, garlic, lemon juice and vinegar and stir gently to distribute the sauce evenly over chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours, stirring occasionally.
- When cooking time is complete, add cornstarch to the slow cooker and cook for an additional 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove chicken from the slow cooker, serve over rice, and garnish with sesame seeds and scallions if desired.
Note: Always check for doneness with a meat thermometer. The internal temperature should be 165F / 74C when inserted into the thickest part of the chicken.
How To Make Stove Top Honey Garlic Chicken
- Heat a small amount of oil in a large skillet.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper and saute until cooked through.
- Transfer the chicken to a plate and set it aside.
- Add the garlic to the pan and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add all of the remaining ingredients except for the cornstarch, sesame seeds and scallions.
- Allow the sauce to come to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened and heated through.
- Mix the cornstarch with a small amount of water and add it to the pan stirring to thicken the sauce.
- Return the chicken to the pan to warm through and coat well with the sauce before topping with sesame seeds and scallions and serving.
Tips For Success
- Always check for doneness with a meat thermometer. The temperature should be 165F / 74C when inserted into the thickest part of chicken breasts.
- Using larger pieces of chicken? You may need to adjust the cooking time.
- If using frozen chicken, make sure it is thawed completely before adding to the slow cooker.
Variations
- Try Different Sriracha – Sriracha is available in several different flavors and styles. Experiment to find out which one you prefer.
- Tone Down The Heat – This dish is pretty spicy, so you can tone it down by reducing the sriracha to a half cup and increasing the soy sauce to two-thirds cup.
- Make it Gluten Free – Use tamari (gluten free soy sauce) or liquid aminos in place of regular soy.
- Use Different Thickener – swap in arrowroot in place of the cornstarch if you prefer.
Budget-Friendly Tips
- Buy Chicken in Bulk – Purchase chicken in bulk packages or on sale and freeze for later use. Save yourself time later on by cubing the chicken before freezing.
- Plan for Leftovers – Make enough that you can enjoy leftovers later in the week or take them for an easy lunch.
- Bulk It Up – Serve this with lots of rice for an inexpensive way to bulk up the recipe and stretch it a bit further.
Prep Ahead And Storage
- Prep Ahead – Chop your chicken before freezing and thaw overnight before adding to the slow cooker.
- Store – Leftovers should be stored in an airtight container and consumed within 4 days.
- Freeze – Cooked and cooled chicken can be stored in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before reheating.
Meal Prep
- This recipe keeps for 4 days, which means you can enjoy it for dinner and take the leftovers for lunch the next 4 days.
- Double the recipe and freeze the leftovers for a quick meal later on.
- Cube chicken before freezing and thaw overnight for easy prep in the morning.
FAQs
This dish does have a bit of heat to it. To make your dish milder, you can use a half cup of sriracha and two-thirds cup soy sauce.
It is generally unsafe to cook from frozen in the crock pot. You should allow the chicken to thaw completely before adding to the slow cooker.
If you want to use whole breasts, thighs, or even bone-in chicken, you should first remove the skin—Cook as directed, but check for doneness with a meat thermometer. You may need to increase the overall cooking time.
More Recipes You May Like
- Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie.
- Slow Cooker Chicken Spaghetti.
- Honey Garlic Chicken Tenders.
- Easy General Tsos Chicken.
- Spicy Chicken Stuffed Buns.
- Air Fryer Orange Chicken.
- Air Fryer Popcorn Chicken.
Serving Suggestions
Weight Watchers Points
There are 6 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.
Get The Honey Garlic Chicken Crock Pot Recipe:
Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken
Ingredients
- 2 pounds (907g) chicken breast boneless, skinless and cut into 2-inch cubes
- salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup (118ml) sriracha
- ½ cup (118ml) soy sauce
- ½ cup (118ml) honey
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 ½ tablespoons cornstarch
- sesame seeds and chopped scallions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Slow Cooker Instructions:
- Lightly spray the bottom of a slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
- Add the chicken pieces to the slow cooker and season with salt and pepper.
- Pour in the sriracha, soy sauce, honey, garlic, lemon juice and vinegar and stir gently to distribute the sauce evenly over chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours, stirring occasionally.
- When cooking time is complete, add cornstarch to the slow cooker and cook for an additional 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve with rice and garnish with sesame seeds and scallions.
Stove Top Instructions:
- Heat a small amount of oil in a large skillet.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper and saute until cooked through.
- Transfer the chicken to a plate and set it aside.
- Add the garlic to the pan and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add the remaining ingredients, except for the cornstarch, sesame seeds and scallions.
- Allow the sauce to come to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened and heated through.
- Mix the cornstarch with a small amount of water and add it to the pan stirring to thicken the sauce.
- Return the chicken to the pan to warm through and coat with the sauce before garnishing and serving.
Notes
- Always check for doneness with a meat thermometer. The temperature should be 165F / 74C when inserted into the thickest part of chicken breasts.
- If you use larger pieces of chicken, you may need to adjust the cooking time. Always rely on your meat thermometer.
- If using frozen chicken, make sure it is thawed completely before adding to the crockpot.
- Storage – keep leftovers in an airtight container inside the fridge for 4 days.
- There are 6 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.
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