Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (optional)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1/4 cup water or chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons cold water
• Sesame seeds (for garnish)
• Sliced green onions (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Sauce:
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, ketchup, olive oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, dried basil, dried oregano, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
2. Arrange the Chicken:
   • Place the chicken breasts or thighs in the slow cooker in a single layer.
3. Add the Sauce:
   • Pour the prepared honey garlic sauce over the chicken, ensuring that each piece is coated.
4. Cook:
   • Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
5. Thicken the Sauce:
   • About 30 minutes before serving, mix the cornstarch with cold water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the slow cooker.
   • Cover and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
6. Serve:
   • Once the chicken is ready, serve it over rice, noodles, or with steamed vegetables.
   • Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Enjoy your delicious Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken!