Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken with Corn & Potatoes

Description

This Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken is a comforting, flavor-packed one-pot meal that combines juicy chicken, tender baby potatoes, and sweet corn, all coated in a rich, sticky honey garlic sauce. The slow cooking process allows the flavors to deeply infuse, resulting in melt-in-your-mouth chicken and perfectly seasoned vegetables. It’s an easy, hands-off recipe ideal for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners.

Ingredients For the Chicken & Vegetables:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 lb baby potatoes (red or yellow), washed
• 3 ears corn, cut into chunks
• 6–8 garlic cloves, whole or lightly crushed
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Honey Garlic Sauce:

• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/3 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
• 2 tablespoons water (if using cornstarch)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the slow cooker by lightly greasing the insert with oil or non-stick spray.
2. Place the chicken breasts in the center of the slow cooker. Arrange the baby potatoes and corn chunks around the chicken. Scatter whole garlic cloves throughout.
3. Season everything lightly with salt and black pepper.
4. In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, chicken broth, minced garlic, paprika, pepper, and olive oil until well combined.
5. Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken and vegetables, making sure everything is coated.
6. Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
7. Optional: For a thicker sauce, remove 1 cup of liquid from the slow cooker near the end of cooking. Mix with cornstarch and water slurry, then return it and cook on HIGH for an additional 15–20 minutes until thickened.
8. Serve hot, spooning extra sauce over the chicken and vegetables.

Tips, Notes & Q&A:

• For extra flavor, sear the chicken in a pan before adding it to the slow cooker.
• You can substitute chicken thighs for juicier results.
• Add a pinch of chili flakes for a spicy kick.
• If vegetables cook too quickly, add them halfway through cooking.
• Q: Can I make this ahead? Yes, store in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat gently.
• Q: Can I freeze it? Yes, freeze in airtight containers for up to 2 months.

Servings & Nutrition (Approximate):
Servings: 4–6
Calories per serving: 420–480
Protein: 35g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fat: 10–14g