Can I make slow cooker honey garlic chicken with noodles or rice?

Yes! This crockpot soy honey garlic chicken is perfect over rice, noodles, or even mashed potatoes. For a complete meal, try slow cooker honey garlic chicken noodles by adding the pasta during the last 10–15 minutes of cooking or serve over pre-cooked noodles with a drizzle of the sticky sauce.

Can I add vegetables or potatoes to this crockpot recipe?

Absolutely! Slow cooker honey garlic chicken and veggies or potatoes make a hearty, one-pot meal. Add carrots, bell peppers, or potatoes in the last hour of cooking to absorb the rich honey soy flavors.

Can I use chicken breasts instead of thighs?

You can, but chicken thighs work best for slow cooker honey soy chicken thighs. Thighs stay juicy, tender, and soak up the sticky honey garlic sauce better than breasts.

How sticky and sweet is the sauce, and can I adjust it?

The sauce is rich, sweet, and savory. For a lighter sauce, reduce the honey or add a splash of water. To make sticky honey chicken slow cooker style, thicken with cornstarch in the last 10–15 minutes.

Crockpot Soy Honey Garlic Chicken – Easy, Sticky, Delicious 2026

Description

Tender chicken thighs cooked in a sweet and savory honey garlic soy sauce in a slow cooker. Perfect for a simple weeknight dinner, this recipe can be served with rice, noodles, or roasted vegetables. The sauce becomes beautifully sticky and flavorful, coating every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4–6):

For the Chicken:

2 lbs (900g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs
½ cup soy sauce
½ cup honey
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon ground ginger (or 1 tablespoon fresh grated)
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional for heat)

For Thickening (Optional):

1–2 teaspoons cornstarch
1–2 tablespoons water

For Garnish:

Sesame seeds
Chopped green onions

Instructions

📝 Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and red pepper flakes.

Step 2: Add Chicken to Crockpot
Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker. Pour sauce over chicken, making sure each piece is coated.

Step 3: Cook
Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours, until chicken is tender and fully cooked.

Step 4: Optional Thickening
If you prefer a thicker, stickier sauce, remove ½ cup of the cooking liquid, mix with cornstarch, then stir back into the crockpot. Cook an additional 10–15 minutes on HIGH until sauce thickens.

Step 5: Serve & Garnish
Serve over cooked rice or noodles. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions for added flavor and presentation.

Notes

Chicken Thighs vs Breasts: Thighs stay juicier and absorb sauce better.
Vegetables: Add potatoes, carrots, or bell peppers in the last hour of cooking for a complete meal.
Make Ahead: Sauce can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the fridge; add to chicken before slow cooking.
Sticky Sauce: For extra sticky honey garlic chicken, cook uncovered for the last 15–20 minutes.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4–5 hours (LOW) / 2–3 hours (HIGH)
Category: Main / Slow Cooker
Method: Crockpot / Slow Cooked
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired