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This is my Asian-style Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken — sweet, sticky, high in protein and unbelievably easy.
It’s the perfect fakeaway-style dinner with juicy chicken thighs cooked in a rich honey garlic sauce that becomes glossy and thick thanks to the slow cooker. Under 500 calories and over 50g of protein, it’s a meal prep hero and a family-friendly recipe that tastes better than takeout.
Why you'll love this recipe
Over 53g protein per serving
Sweet, sticky and packed with flavour
Perfect slow cooker dump-and-go recipe
Amazing for meal prep
A lighter version of your favourite takeaway
This Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken is tender, delicious and so easy — perfect for busy weeknights or batch cooking.

Recipe Info
10 minutes
High: 3 hours Low: 5–6 hours
4
Slow Cooker • High Protein
Asian Inspired
Delicious Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe
Ingredients
1 tbsp minced ginger
1 tbsp minced garlic
4 tbsp runny honey
4 tbsp soy sauce or 75ml
1 tbsp sriracha
3 tbsp hoisin sauce
1 tbsp ketchup
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp brown sugar
1 tsp rice wine vinegar (or white wine vinegar)
2 tbsp cornflour mixed with 1–2 tbsp water
800 g boneless chicken thighs
Garnish
1 tbsp sesame seeds
1 tbsp chopped spring onions
1 tbsp chopped coriander
Instructions
Build the sauce.
Add ginger, garlic, honey, soy sauce, sriracha, hoisin, ketchup, sesame oil, brown sugar and vinegar to the slow cooker.Add chicken.
Place chicken thighs into the sauce. Season well and mix to coat.Slow cook.
Cook on high for 3 hours or low for 5–6 hours until tender.Thicken the sauce.
20 minutes before serving, add cornflour slurry. Stir and let the sauce thicken.Finish and serve.
Garnish with spring onions, sesame seeds and fresh coriander.
Serve with sticky rice and steamed broccoli.
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This slow cooker dish is sweet, sticky and so satisfying while still being high-protein and macro-friendly.
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SWAPS + UPGRADES
Lower sugar: Reduce honey to 2 tbsp.
Extra spice: Add more sriracha or fresh chilli.
Veg boost: Add carrots, peppers or broccoli directly to the slow cooker.
Chicken swap: Use chicken breast (reduce cook time slightly).
Gluten-free: Use tamari instead of soy sauce.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this recipe spicy?
Add more sriracha, fresh chilli or chilli flakes.
Can I thicken the sauce without cornflour?
Yes — remove the lid for the final 20–30 minutes to reduce it.
Can I meal prep this?
Absolutely. It stores for 3–4 days and reheats beautifully.
Can I freeze it?
Yes — freeze in portions for up to 2 months.
Why is my sauce too thin?
You may need a larger cornflour slurry or a longer thickening time. Slow cooker temperature can vary.
What sides go best?
Rice, noodles or stir-fried greens.
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