Description

Another one of my delicious yet easy Slow Cooker recipes is this slow-cooked Chicken Thighs by Pioneer Woman, made with chicken thighs, soy sauce, ketchup, honey, garlic, and ginger.

Ingredients

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1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
6 bone-in or boneless chicken thighs(skin on or skinless)
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup honey
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tsp freshly minced ginger
2 tbsp Sriracha
Juice of 1 lime
Cooked rice, for serving

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken: Start by heating the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken thighs evenly with kosher salt and black pepper. Place them in the skillet and sear until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer the beautifully browned chicken to your slow cooker.
Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, ketchup, honey, minced garlic, ginger, Sriracha, and lime juice. Ensure the honey is fully dissolved to create a smooth, even sauce.
Cook: Pour the sauce over the chicken thighs in the slow cooker, making sure each thigh is well coated. Cover and set the slow cooker on low for 5-6 hours or on high for about 2 hours. The chicken is ready when it is tender and no longer pink inside.
Serve: Spoon the chicken and some of the delicious cooking sauce over a bed of fluffy cooked rice. Optionally, sprinkle some freshly chopped cilantro or a squeeze of lime for an extra zing.

Notes

Opt for bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs to maximize flavor and juiciness. Searing the chicken is key to locking in flavors. Adjust the amount of Sriracha based on your preference for spice levels.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Category: Dinner
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American, Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 1148 kcal
Sugar: 33 g
Sodium: 2456 mg
Fat: 69 g
Saturated Fat: 18 g
Unsaturated Fat: 51 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 59 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 71 g
Cholesterol: 378 mg

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