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Savory Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs Recipe Easy Brown Butter Glaze

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A comforting slow cooker recipe featuring juicy bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs cooked in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, finished with a rich brown butter glaze for an indulgent touch.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) honey
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) apple cider vinegar
  • 4 tablespoons (56 g) unsalted butter
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and apple cider vinegar. Set aside.
  2. Pat dry the chicken thighs with paper towels and season lightly with freshly ground black pepper.
  3. Place the chicken thighs skin-side up in the crockpot. Pour the honey garlic sauce evenly over the chicken.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours, or on high for 2.5 to 3 hours, until chicken is tender and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  5. About 10 minutes before the chicken is done, melt the butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Swirl occasionally until the butter foams and turns golden-brown with a nutty aroma (3-5 minutes).
  6. Remove the browned butter from heat, stir in a pinch of black pepper and a teaspoon of honey, then drizzle the glaze over the cooked chicken in the crockpot.
  7. Optional: For extra crispy skin, transfer the glazed chicken to a baking sheet and broil for 2-3 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
  8. Serve the chicken with some sauce spooned over the top.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before cooking to avoid soggy skin and help glaze stick better. Brown butter carefully over medium heat to avoid burning. Avoid lifting the crockpot lid frequently to maintain cooking time. Sauce can be thickened by simmering on stovetop after cooking. Broiling at the end crisps skin and caramelizes glaze for better texture.

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Keywords: honey garlic chicken, crockpot chicken, slow cooker chicken thighs, brown butter glaze, easy dinner, comfort food, savory chicken

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