Description
This Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken offers a perfect balance of savory depth and natural sweetness without the inflammatory additives found in takeout versions. The chicken becomes incredibly tender, absorbing a rich glaze made from raw honey and fresh garlic, transforming simple, whole-food ingredients into a sophisticated dinner that supports wellness goals.
Ingredients
2 lbs Organic Chicken Thighs (boneless, skinless)
1/2 cup Raw Honey
1/2 cup Coconut Aminos
5 cloves Fresh Garlic (minced)
1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger (grated)
2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar (with the mother)
1 tablespoon Avocado Oil
2 tablespoons Tapioca Starch
Green Onions and Sesame Seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the organic chicken thighs dry and season lightly with sea salt and black pepper. Optionally sear in a pan with Avocado Oil for 2 minutes per side
- In a medium bowl, whisk together raw honey, coconut aminos, minced garlic, ginger, and apple cider vinegar
- Place the chicken in the slow cooker and pour the honey garlic mixture over it
- Cover and set the slow cooker to low for 4 to 5 hours
- After cooking, remove the chicken and whisk tapioca starch with cold water. Stir into the remaining liquid in the slow cooker and cook on high for 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens
- Shred or slice the chicken and return it to the slow cooker to absorb the sauce
- Serve warm, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds
Notes
Use fresh aromatics for best results.
Check internal temperature to ensure chicken reaches 165°F.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 345 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 105mg