Honey-Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs

Dr. Keyon Haley I

Updated on May 10, 2024

These Crock-Pot chicken thighs are tender, juicy, and full of honey-garlic flavor.

Slow Cooker Chicken Thigh Ingredients

You’ll need four boneless skinless chicken thighs. The sweet and savory sauce calls for soy sauce, ketchup, honey, fresh garlic, and dried basil.

How to Make Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs

Place the chicken thighs in a slow cooker, make the sauce, and pour it over the thighs. Cover and cook. That’s all there is to it!

How Long to Cook Chicken Thighs In the Slow Cooker

Cook the chicken on Low for 6 hours or High for 3 to 4 hours. You’ll know the chicken is done when the juices will run clear and an instant read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F.

What to Serve With Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs

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How to Store Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs

Store the Crock-Pot chicken thighs in a shallow airtight container or wrapped in foil in the fridge for up to four days. Reheat in the microwave or in the oven.

Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise

“Excellent,” raves one Allrecipes community member. “Topped it off with sesame seeds, chopped scallions, and orange zest!”

“Perfect paired with rice or veggies and makes meal prepping so easy,” according to

“Great taste with so few ingredients,” says . “Quick and so easy. Will definitely make it again .... soon! Used low-sodium soy sauce.”

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close up view of a Honey-Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken Thigh served with potatoes, on a white plate

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

3 hrs

Total Time:

3 hrs 10 mins

Servings:

Ingredients

4 skinless, boneless chicken thighs
½ cup soy sauce
½ cup ketchup
⅓ cup honey
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried basil

Directions

Arrange chicken thighs in a single layer in the bottom of a 4-quart slow cooker.
Whisk soy sauce, ketchup, honey, garlic, and basil together in a bowl; pour over chicken thighs.
Cover and cook on Low for 6 hours or High for 3 to 4 hours.

Photo by Sherri.

Editor's Note:

Please note differences in ingredients and cooking time when using the magazine version of this recipe.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

325	Calories
12g	Fat
34g	Carbs
22g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 325
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g	15%
Saturated Fat 3g	17%
Cholesterol 71mg	24%
Sodium 2204mg	96%
Total Carbohydrate 34g	12%
Dietary Fiber 1g	2%
Total Sugars 31g
Protein 22g	44%
Vitamin C 6mg	6%
Calcium 34mg	3%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 389mg	8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.