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Slow-Cooker Chicken Thighs

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Servings 3 servings
Calories 1150
This simple and flavorful slow-cooker recipe features tender chicken thighs cooked in a tangy, sweet, and spicy sauce made with soy sauce, honey, Sriracha, and lime. Perfectly seared for extra flavor, the chicken cooks effortlessly while you go about your day.

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 6 bone-in or boneless chicken thighs
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup ow-sodium soy sauce
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp freshly minced ginger
  • 2 tbsp Sriracha
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Cooked rice, for serving

Instructions 

  • Sear the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, and sear for about 3 minutes per side until golden. Transfer the chicken to the slow cooker.
  • Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, ketchup, honey, garlic, ginger, Sriracha, and lime juice. Pour the sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker and toss to coat.
  • Cook the Chicken: Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours, or on high for 2 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink.
  • Serve: Serve the chicken over cooked rice and enjoy!

Notes

Cooking Time: 6 hours 15 minutes (if cooking on low) (Or 2 hours if cooking on high)
Calories: 1150kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Slow-Cooker Chicken Thighs