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Easy Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken Breasts (Best 4-Ingredient Dinner)

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This easy crockpot honey garlic chicken breasts recipe is a simple, 4-ingredient dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights. With just 5 minutes of prep, you can set it and forget it, resulting in tender, juicy chicken coated in a sweet and savory glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 to 2 pounds (680-900g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/3 cup (113g) honey
  • 1/3 cup (80ml) low-sodium soy sauce
  • 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • 2 tablespoons water (optional, for slurry)
  • Sesame seeds (optional garnish)
  • Sliced green onions (optional garnish)
  • Fresh parsley (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels and place in a single layer in a 6-quart slow cooker.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Pour evenly over the chicken, ensuring each breast is coated.
  3. Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and shreds easily.
  4. Optional: Remove chicken to a plate and cover with foil. Pour liquid from slow cooker into a small saucepan. Whisk cornstarch and water together, then whisk into the sauce. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 2-3 minutes).
  5. Return chicken to slow cooker or pour thickened sauce over chicken on a serving platter. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions if desired. Serve immediately over rice, quinoa, or steamed vegetables.

Notes

For best results, use fresh garlic and cook on LOW. The sauce will be thin after cooking; thickening with a cornstarch slurry is optional but recommended for a glaze-like consistency. Chicken can be shredded or sliced. Leftovers keep in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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