Can I use boneless chicken breast instead?

Yes and boneless chicken breast works well although it can cook a little drier than boneless skinless chicken thighs.

Can I make Slow Cooker Sticky Honey Chicken ahead?

Yes and it reheats nicely for meal prep because the glaze thickens more after chilling.

How do I make the sauce thicker?

Add the cornstarch and cold water slurry near the end and let it cook until the sauce turns glossy and sticky.

What should I serve with this chicken?

Serve it with jasmine rice and steamed broccoli or tucked into lettuce cups for a lighter meal.

Slow Cooker Sticky Honey Chicken

Description

This Slow Cooker Sticky Honey Chicken is easy enough for a weeknight dinner and quick to prep before the day gets busy. The simple honey soy garlic sauce cooks into the best sticky glaze while the boneless chicken thighs stay juicy and healthy with rice or vegetables. Save these ideas for meal prep and potluck nights when you need a cozy dinner that tastes homemade and feels low effort.

Ingredients

Scale

1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
1/2 cup wildflower honey
1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup ketchup made with tomato puree
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
4 cloves minced fresh garlic cloves
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger root
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water
2 thinly sliced green onions
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

The wildflower honey and low sodium soy sauce and ketchup made with tomato puree come together with fresh garlic cloves and fresh ginger root and rice vinegar until the sauce turns glossy and deep amber.
The boneless skinless chicken thighs are added and turned through the sauce so the pale chicken becomes unevenly coated with amber glaze and small garlic bits cling to the edges.
The chicken softens and darkens as the sauce bubbles around it and the edges look slightly browned while the pieces shift apart into a looser saucy layer.
The cornstarch and cold water slurry turns the loose sauce into a shiny sticky glaze that clings to the chicken and leaves darker streaks across the tender pieces.
A single portion of sticky honey chicken is served with glossy sauce and scattered green onions and toasted sesame seeds so the finished dish looks homemade and naturally uneven.

Notes

Pro Tips:

Use boneless skinless chicken thighs for the juiciest texture.
Add the cornstarch slurry near the end so the glaze stays glossy.
Slice green onions just before serving for the freshest finish.
Serve with jasmine rice or steamed broccoli for a simple dinner.

Storage: Store leftover Slow Cooker Sticky Honey Chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently until warm and add a splash of water if the glaze becomes too thick.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Category: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving