Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs
Even better than takeout, this Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs recipe is tender, juicy, and full of sweet and savory flavors. Paired with lo mein noodles, it’s a simple make-ahead meal that couldn't be easier to create!
Prep Time2 minutes mins
Cook Time3 hours hrs
Total Time3 hours hrs 2 minutes mins
Course: dinner, lunch
Cuisine: American, Chinese
Keyword: chicken recipe, dinner, easy slow cooker recipe, honey garlic chicken, meal prep recipe, slow cooker chicken thighs
Servings: 12 servings
- 2 pounds about 8 chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1/3 cup soy paste
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup honey
- 4 Tablespoons sriracha or to taste
- 1 Tablespoon oyster sauce
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 2 Tablespoons ginger
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- 2 Tablespoons rice wine vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons cornstarch + 1/4 cup water
- 16 ounces lo mein noodles cooked according to package instructions
- Optional: sesame seeds and scallions for garnish
In the slow cooker, add the chicken thighs, add the remaining ingredients except for the noodles and cornstarch.
2 pounds about 8 chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, 1/3 cup soy paste, 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce, 1/3 cup honey, 4 Tablespoons sriracha or to taste, 1 Tablespoon oyster sauce, 2 teaspoons sesame oil, 2 Tablespoons ginger, 6 cloves garlic, 2 Tablespoons rice wine vinegar
In a separate bowl, whisk the cornstarch and water together until smooth. Pour the mixture into the slow cooker.
2 Tablespoons cornstarch + 1/4 cup water
Cover, and cook on high for 3 hours.
While the chicken cooks, prepare the noodles according to the package instructions. Set aside.
16 ounces lo mein noodles
Shred the chicken, and mix to combine the ingredients.
Stir in the noodles, and toss to coat.
Sprinkle garnishes on top, if desired. Serve warm.
Optional: sesame seeds and scallions for garnish
Store in the fridge for 3-4 days.
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 279kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 701mg | Potassium: 227mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 25IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 1mg