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Slow Cooker Honey Sriracha Chicken

Slow Cooker Honey Sriracha Chicken
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This Slow Cooker Honey Sriracha Chicken recipe delivers the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors with minimal effort. Tender chicken thighs are slow-cooked in a sticky honey and zesty sriracha sauce, making this dish ideal for easy weeknight dinners, meal prep, and family-friendly meals. Versatile and flavorful, it pairs well with rice, noodles, or low-carb options like lettuce cups.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 6–8 chicken thighs (skin-on for extra flavor, optional to remove skin after cooking)
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

Optional for Thickening

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons cold water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine honey, sriracha, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and chicken broth. Whisk well until the mixture is smooth and fully blended. This sauce will infuse the chicken with sweet, spicy, and savory flavors during cooking.
  2. Add Chicken to Slow Cooker: Place the chicken thighs in a single layer inside the slow cooker. Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the chicken, making sure all pieces are well coated so the flavors can soak in as it cooks.
  3. Cook on Low: Set the slow cooker to low heat and cook for 6 to 7 hours, or until the chicken is very tender and shreds easily. The low temperature keeps the meat juicy while deeply infusing it with the sauce.
  4. Thicken the Sauce (Optional): If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix the cornstarch with cold water to form a slurry. Stir this into the slow cooker during the last 15 minutes of cooking with the cooker set to high. This will create a glossy, restaurant-style glaze.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Once the sauce is thickened and bubbly, give everything a gentle stir. Serve immediately over steamed rice, noodles, or in lettuce cups with your choice of garnishes and sides.

Notes

  • Use skin-on chicken thighs for more flavor and moisture; skin can be removed after cooking if preferred.
  • Don’t skip the rice vinegar—it adds a necessary brightness that balances the honey’s sweetness.
  • Adjust the amount of sriracha gradually to suit your preferred spice level.
  • Browning the chicken prior to slow cooking is optional but adds extra savory depth.
  • Monitor liquid levels during cooking; thicken with cornstarch slurry if sauce is too thin towards the end.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of broth or water to prevent drying out; microwaving is also fine using covered short bursts.

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Keywords: slow cooker chicken, honey sriracha chicken, easy dinner, meal prep, spicy chicken, gluten free chicken

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