Description
Sweet Garlic Chicken in the Crockpot is a delightful blend of savory and sweet flavors that transforms tender chicken into a mouthwatering dish. With minimal prep, this recipe fills your home with an irresistible aroma while cooking. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, bringing family and friends together around the table. Experience a comforting meal that requires just a few simple ingredients and allows you to savor every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup pure honey
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients; mince garlic and set aside.
- Place chicken breasts evenly in the crockpot.
- In a bowl, whisk soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes until combined.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until tender.
- Shred the chicken in the pot with two forks; stir into the sauce and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 382
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 677mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 140mg