Print

Easy Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken & Rice: Best One-Pot Meal

crockpot honey garlic chicken and rice - featured image
Print Recipe

This Easy Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken and Rice is a lifesaver for busy weeknights. Tender chicken and fluffy rice are cooked together in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, all in one pot with minimal effort.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 lbs chicken thighs (bone-in or boneless)
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice (basmati or jasmine)
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper. Place them in a single layer at the bottom of the crockpot.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, low-sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, and chicken broth. Pour this mixture over the chicken, ensuring it is mostly submerged.
  3. Cover the crockpot and cook on HIGH for 2 hours or LOW for 3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through but not yet falling apart.
  4. Carefully remove the chicken to a plate. Pour the uncooked rice directly into the liquid in the crockpot and stir gently. Place the chicken back on top of the rice.
  5. Cover and cook on HIGH for another 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid. The chicken should be very tender.
  6. Remove the chicken again and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir into the rice.
  7. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth. Pour this slurry into the crockpot and stir well. Cook on HIGH, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens and turns glossy.
  8. Drizzle sesame oil over the top and stir gently. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

For best results, use boneless, skinless chicken thighs. Do not lift the lid during cooking to avoid heat loss. If using chicken breasts, reduce initial cooking time to 1.5 hours on HIGH. For a spicier version, add 1-2 teaspoons sriracha or red pepper flakes. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Keywords: crockpot honey garlic chicken, one-pot meal, slow cooker chicken and rice, easy weeknight dinner, honey garlic chicken

Find it online: https://spoonluma.com/easy-crockpot-honey-garlic-chicken-and-rice-best-one-pot-meal/