Go Back

Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken

This Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken is a tender, sticky dish where chicken breasts slowly cook in a sweet and savory glaze. The honey and garlic meld into a glossy coating, creating a fragrant, caramelized exterior with juicy, flavorful meat inside. It’s a comforting, no-fuss recipe perfect for pairing with rice, noodles, or roasted vegetables.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts trimmed and patted dry
  • 0.25 cup honey preferably raw for vibrant flavor
  • 0.25 cup soy sauce use coconut aminos for gluten-free option
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil for aroma and flavor
  • Optional pinch red pepper flakes for a spicy kick

Equipment

  • 6-quart slow cooker
  • Whisk
  • Basting brush
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Knives and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Gather your ingredients: honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and chicken breasts.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until smooth and fragrant.
  3. Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker, spreading them out evenly.
  4. Pour the honey garlic mixture over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated well.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours, until the chicken is tender and the glaze starts to thicken.
  6. Every hour, open the lid briefly and brush the chicken with the sauce using a basting brush—this builds a beautiful glossy, caramelized coating.
  7. Once the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is thick and sticky, turn off the slow cooker and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  8. Transfer the chicken to a serving platter, spoon over any remaining glaze, and sprinkle with optional red pepper flakes or sesame seeds for extra flavor and presentation.
  9. Serve hot over rice, noodles, or roasted vegetables, and enjoy the tender, caramelized goodness.