Description

A reliable slow-cooker chicken recipe that is finished on the grill for a smoky, charred flavor. Tender, juicy chicken thighs coated in a sticky honey garlic sauce, perfect for outdoor cooking and family dinners.

Ingredients

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4 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
2 stalks green onions, chopped

Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over them. Turn to coat evenly.
Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
While chicken cooks, preheat grill to medium-high heat (approx. 400°F) and clean/oil the grates.
Remove chicken from slow cooker. Pour sauce into a small saucepan and simmer for 2-3 minutes to thicken.
Brush chicken with reduced sauce and place on the grill.
Grill for 3-4 minutes per side, brushing occasionally, until char marks appear and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes.
Garnish with chopped green onions and serve with extra sauce.

Notes

Use fresh garlic for best flavor. Bone-in thighs stay juicier than boneless. Ensure the grill is not too hot to prevent the honey sauce from burning. You can marinate the chicken overnight for deeper flavor. Use tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free version.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6-7 hours
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 thighs with sauce
Calories: 450
Sugar: 22
Sodium: 600
Fat: 25
Saturated Fat: 7
Carbohydrates: 25
Protein: 35

Keywords: crockpot chicken, honey garlic chicken, slow cooker recipe, grilled chicken, outdoor cooking, easy dinner, family favorite