Description
This honey garlic chicken and broccoli recipe is a comforting and flavorful crockpot meal perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken thighs are slow-cooked in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, then combined with fresh broccoli for a nutritious and delicious dish that requires minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Vegetables
- 1.5 lbs chicken thighs
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Sauce
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all the ingredients listed to ensure a smooth cooking process.
- Season Chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry and season them evenly with salt and pepper to enhance their flavor.
- Make the Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil until well combined.
- Layer Chicken and Add Sauce: Place the seasoned chicken thighs in the crockpot in a single layer. Pour the prepared honey garlic sauce over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated.
- Cook Chicken: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Add Broccoli: About 30 minutes before the cooking time ends, add the broccoli florets to the crockpot and gently stir to combine, allowing the broccoli to soften but remain slightly crisp.
- Serve: Once cooking is complete, sprinkle chopped green onions over the dish for freshness and extra flavor before serving.
Notes
- Use bone-in or boneless chicken thighs based on your preference; bone-in may add additional flavor.
- For a thicker sauce, remove the chicken after cooking and simmer the sauce on the stovetop until desired consistency is reached.
- You can substitute broccoli with other vegetables like snap peas or bell peppers if preferred.
- Adjust honey and soy sauce quantities for sweeter or saltier taste according to your preference.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
