Best 4 Slow Cooker Garlic Chicken Thighs Recipes

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In the culinary world, few things beat the convenience and flavor of a slow cooker meal. And when it comes to slow cooker garlic chicken thighs, the possibilities are endless. Whether you prefer a classic garlic and herb combination, a zesty lemon and garlic marinade, or a spicy chili garlic sauce, there's a recipe out there to suit every palate.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HONEY-GARLIC SLOW COOKER CHICKEN THIGHS



Honey-Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs image

I have used it often. It's easy and uses pantry staples. Always a hit with adults and kids. Serve with basmati rice or quinoa and steamed or roasted vegetables.

Provided by Myrna

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 6h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 skinless, boneless chicken thighs
½ cup soy sauce
½ cup ketchup
⅓ cup honey
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

  • Lay chicken thighs into the bottom of a 4-quart slow cooker.
  • Whisk soy sauce, ketchup, honey, garlic, and basil together in a bowl; pour over the chicken.
  • Cook on Low for 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.5 calories, Carbohydrate 34.2 g, Cholesterol 70.9 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 21.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 2203.7 mg, Sugar 30.6 g

SLOW COOKER HONEY GARLIC CHICKEN



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This easy slow-cooker chicken dish hits all the right notes with its sweet honey and punchy garlic flavor. We opted to use boneless, skinless thighs instead of leaner chicken breasts because they stay nice and juicy as they cook down in this irresistible sauce.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 6h40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 2 pounds total)
1/3 cup honey
1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger (from a 1-inch piece)
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons cornstarch
Chopped scallions, toasted sesame seeds and cooked white rice, for serving

Steps:

  • Place the chicken thighs in an even layer in the slow cooker.
  • Whisk together the honey, soy sauce, crushed red pepper, garlic, ginger, vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil and a few good grinds of black pepper in a large glass measuring cup or a medium bowl until combined. Pour the mixture over the chicken. Cover and cook on low until the chicken is cooked through and fork-tender, 6 to 8 hours. (Alternatively, cook the chicken on high for 4 hours.)
  • Turn the slow cooker up to high. Whisk together the cornstarch and 2 tablespoons cold water in a small bowl to make a slurry, then mix the slurry into the sauce until combined. Submerging the sauce in the sauce as much as possible. Cover and cook on high until the sauce is thickened to the consistency of a glaze, about 30 minutes.
  • Transfer the chicken and sauce to a platter. Sprinkle with the scallions and toasted sesame seeds and serve with white rice.

HONEY GARLIC SLOW COOKER CHICKEN THIGHS



Honey Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs image

Fall off the bone tender chicken thighs cooked in the slow cooker in a delicious, easy honey garlic sauce!

Provided by Fast & Slow Cooking

Categories     Main Course

Number Of Ingredients 10

6-8 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on )
3-4 tablespoons cooking oil
salt and pepper
1 cup ketchup
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup honey (melted)
3 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon onion powder
fresh chopped parsley (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. In order for the chicken now to stick, make sure there is a layer of oil over the whole bottom. Sprinkle salt and pepper on the skin of the chicken.
  • Place the chicken thighs skin side down into the hot oil. Saute in the oil until the skin is golden brown and some fat has rendered out. Remove the chicken from the pan, let drain on paper towels briefly to get rid of any cooking oil and then place skin side up in the slow cooker.
  • Whisk together the sauce ingredients until smooth and combined completely. Pour over the chicken thighs in the slow cooker, making sure to cover the tops of the chicken thighs.
  • Place the lid on the slow cooker. Cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 5-6 hours. Chicken thighs can be overcooked and still delicious and tender!
  • Remove the chicken thighs and plate. Use the sauce from the slow cooker on top of the chicken thighs and rice!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482 kcal, Carbohydrate 43 g, Protein 21 g, Fat 26 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 111 mg, Sodium 1534 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 38 g, UnsaturatedFat 18 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SLOW-COOKER GARLIC CHICKEN WITH COUSCOUS



Slow-Cooker Garlic Chicken with Couscous image

This time of year is filled with fancy fare, so we all need a change of pace during the week. This simple chicken dinner is tasty, and extremely gratifying.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Time 4h

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 whole chicken (3 1/2 to 4 pounds), cut into 6 to 8 pieces and patted dry
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, halved and thinly sliced
6 garlic cloves, halved
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 cup dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup couscous
Chopped fresh parsley, for serving

Steps:

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high. In batches, cook chicken, skin side down, until skin is golden brown, about 4 minutes.
  • Combine onion, garlic, and thyme in a 5-to-6-quart slow cooker and season with salt and pepper. Top with chicken, skin side up, in a tight layer. In a small bowl, whisk together wine and flour until smooth and add to slow cooker. Cover and cook on high until chicken is tender, about 3 1/2 hours (or 7 hours on low). Cook couscous according to package instructions. Serve chicken and sauce over couscous, sprinkled with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 730 g, Fat 29 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 56 g, SaturatedFat 8 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken thighs: Look for bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for the best flavor and texture.
  • Season the chicken well: Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika to season the chicken thighs before cooking.
  • Don't overcrowd the slow cooker: Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker in a single layer so that they can cook evenly.
  • Add plenty of liquid: Use at least 1 cup of liquid, such as chicken broth, water, or white wine, to prevent the chicken from drying out.
  • Cook on low heat: Cook the chicken thighs on low heat for 6-8 hours, or until they are cooked through and fall off the bone.
  • Serve immediately: Serve the chicken thighs immediately with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or rice.

Conclusion:

This slow cooker garlic chicken thighs recipe is an easy and flavorful way to cook chicken. The chicken thighs are cooked in a flavorful sauce made with garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the sauce is perfect for serving over rice or vegetables. This recipe is a great option for a weeknight meal or a casual gathering.

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