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Easy Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe with Spring Vegetables for Perfect Weeknight Meals

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A simple and comforting slow cooker recipe featuring tender honey garlic chicken thighs and fresh spring vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup raw honey
  • 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 cup snap peas, ends trimmed
  • 1 cup baby carrots
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons cold water (for cornstarch slurry)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for browning chicken)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. Optional: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and brown chicken thighs for 2-3 minutes per side until golden but not cooked through.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and chicken broth until smooth and glossy.
  4. Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker and pour the honey garlic sauce over them, coating all pieces.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or on high for 2-3 hours until chicken is tender and easily pierced with a fork.
  6. About 30 minutes before serving, add asparagus, snap peas, and baby carrots to the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine, cover, and continue cooking.
  7. Mix cornstarch with cold water to make a slurry. Stir the slurry into the slow cooker and cook uncovered for 5-10 minutes until the sauce thickens to a glossy, syrupy consistency.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or additional rice vinegar if desired.
  9. Serve the honey garlic chicken and spring vegetables over cooked rice, quinoa, or mashed potatoes.

Notes

Browning the chicken before slow cooking adds extra flavor but is optional. Add spring vegetables in the last 30 minutes to keep them crisp. Use cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce if needed. Avoid lifting the slow cooker lid frequently to maintain cooking temperature. For gluten-free, substitute tamari for soy sauce and use gluten-free thickener.

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Keywords: honey garlic chicken, crockpot chicken, slow cooker recipe, spring vegetables, easy weeknight meal, healthy chicken recipe

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