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Easy Crock Pot Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe with Vegetables for Perfect Weeknight Dinner

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A simple and forgiving crock pot recipe featuring tender chicken thighs slow-cooked in a sticky honey garlic sauce with hearty vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • ⅓ cup honey (113 g)
  • 4–5 large garlic cloves, minced
  • ¼ cup soy sauce (60 ml), low sodium if possible
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar (30 ml)
  • ½ cup chicken broth (120 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger (optional)
  • 2 medium carrots, sliced into ½-inch rounds
  • 10–12 baby potatoes, halved (Yukon Gold preferred)
  • 1 cup green beans (150 g), trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash and slice the carrots into ½-inch rounds. Halve the baby potatoes and trim the green beans. Toss the carrots and potatoes in a mixing bowl with olive oil, salt, and pepper. (About 10 minutes)
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, chicken broth, and grated ginger if using.
  3. Place the olive oil-coated carrots and potatoes at the bottom of the crock pot.
  4. Arrange the chicken thighs on top of the vegetables. Pour the honey garlic sauce evenly over everything, coating the chicken well. (About 5 minutes)
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender and easily pierced with a fork. Avoid opening the lid frequently.
  6. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the green beans. Cover and continue cooking until tender but still crisp (about 20-30 minutes).
  7. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. For a thicker glaze, remove chicken and vegetables, then cook the sauce on high uncovered for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened. Pour back over the dish before serving.

Notes

Use chicken thighs for juiciness; breasts can dry out if overcooked. Add green beans near the end to keep them crisp. For gluten-free, substitute tamari for soy sauce. To thicken sauce, cook uncovered on high for 10 minutes after removing chicken and veggies. Avoid lifting lid during cooking to maintain heat.

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Keywords: crock pot chicken, honey garlic chicken, slow cooker recipe, easy dinner, weeknight meal, chicken thighs, comfort food

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