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Easy Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken and Vegetables

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A fuss-free, flavorful slow cooker recipe featuring tender chicken thighs and a mix of vegetables in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. Perfect for busy family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup baby carrots
  • 1 cup baby potatoes or fingerling potatoes, cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 cup green beans, trimmed (fresh or frozen)
  • Optional: sliced bell peppers or zucchini
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (use low-sodium or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • Optional dried herbs: thyme or rosemary

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry baby carrots and potatoes. Cut larger potatoes into 1-inch chunks. Trim green beans and slice optional veggies like bell peppers or zucchini into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place chicken thighs at the bottom of the slow cooker. Layer carrots and potatoes on top, followed by green beans and any other veggies.
  4. Pour the honey garlic sauce evenly over the chicken and vegetables.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender and vegetables are soft but not mushy.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or pepper if needed. For a thicker glaze, remove the lid and cook on high for an additional 15 minutes to reduce the liquid.
  7. Serve warm with the sauce spooned over. Pairs well with steamed rice or a simple side salad.

Notes

Use chicken thighs for juiciness and tenderness. Avoid overcrowding the crockpot to ensure even cooking. Cut vegetables uniformly. Fresh garlic enhances flavor more than powder. Thaw frozen chicken overnight before cooking. To thicken sauce, stir in a cornstarch slurry near the end of cooking. Slow cooking low and slow yields best results. Can be adapted for Instant Pot with 10-15 minutes high pressure cooking.

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