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Honey Chicken

Delicious Honey Chicken Made Easy for Family Dinners

This Honey Chicken recipe transforms busy evenings with its sweet and savory flavors, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 3.5 lbs Chicken Use thigh or breast for juicy tenderness.
  • Salt Essential for bringing out the chicken’s flavor; adjust according to taste.
  • Pepper Essential for bringing out the chicken’s flavor; adjust according to taste.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Sesame Oil Adds rich depth.
  • 0.5 cup Soy Sauce Opt for gluten-free if needed.
  • 3 tbsp Honey Natural sweetness that balances flavors.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh is best for flavor.
  • 1 inch Ginger Can use pre-grated or squeezable ginger.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by patting the chicken dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, then season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden-brown.
  3. In the bowl of your slow cooker, mix soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger until well combined.
  4. Gently place the seared chicken into the slow cooker, ensuring it's coated in the sauce and partially submerged.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and set it to LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours until the chicken reaches 165°F.
  6. Once cooked, remove the chicken and serve shredded or whole, drizzled with extra sauce over rice or quinoa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Don’t skip the searing step; it locks in moisture and enhances flavor. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for a month but store chicken separately for optimal texture.

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