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All-Day Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs Recipe
Ash Tyrrell

All-Day Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs Recipe

I recently made these All-Day Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs, and they quickly became one of my favorite slow cooker dinners. The chicken turns incredibly tender while soaking up a delicious sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. I love how little effort this recipe requires because the crockpot does almost all the work.
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Total Time 5 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs – These stay juicy and tender during slow cooking and absorb the sauce beautifully.
  • 4 garlic cloves minced – Fresh garlic provides the best flavor and creates a rich savory base.
  • 1/3 cup honey – Adds natural sweetness and helps create the signature sticky glaze.
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium ketchup – Balances sweetness with tangy flavor while helping thicken the sauce.
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce – Brings depth saltiness, and umami flavor without making the dish overly salty.
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano – Adds a subtle herbaceous note that complements the sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped – Brightens the flavor and adds freshness.
  • 1/2 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds – Perfect for garnish and a slight nutty crunch.
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Method
 

  1. Arrange the chicken thighs evenly across the bottom of your slow cooker. Keeping them in a single layer helps them cook evenly. Make sure the thighs are trimmed if necessary before placing them inside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the minced garlic, honey, ketchup, soy sauce, oregano, and fresh parsley. Whisk everything together until the ingredients are fully blended and the sauce looks smooth.
  3. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken thighs. Make sure each piece is coated so the flavors can soak into the meat while cooking.
  4. Cover the crockpot with the lid and cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours or HIGH for 3 to 4 hours. The chicken should become tender and reach a safe internal temperature of 165°F.
  5. If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon cold water. Stir the slurry into the sauce about 30 minutes before the cooking time ends and continue cooking.
  6. Carefully transfer the cooked chicken to a serving platter. Spoon the flavorful sauce over the top and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

  • I always use fresh garlic instead of garlic powder because the flavor is much richer.
  • I prefer low-sodium soy sauce to keep the sauce balanced and not overly salty.
  • I like adding a pinch of red pepper flakes when I want a little heat.
  • I often spoon extra sauce over rice because it's too delicious to waste.
  • I toast the sesame seeds for a few minutes before serving to enhance their nutty flavor.
  • I check the chicken early since crockpots can vary in cooking temperature.