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Posted July 9, 2020 Last Updated July 9, 2020 by Jennifer // 63 Comments**This post may contain affiliate links**

Slow Cooker Honey Crispy Chicken

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When you love takeout but not the cost or questionable ingredients, then it’s time to make your own even more delicious version at home! Slow Cooker Honey Crispy Chicken is easier than you think and so amazing!

honey crispy chicken over white rice in a blue and white bowl

Chinese food lovers unite! This recipe is so easy, and it’s healthier than take-out! You’ll know exactly what’s in it. Plus *ahem* it’s A LOT cheaper to make.

While boneless, skinless chicken thighs are more flavorful, the extra fat in them will keep the chicken from staying crispy in the slow cooker. Best to use chicken breasts for this one.

Your family will be so impressed by this dish. (Shhh! Don’t tell them how easy it was to make!)

The coating on this dish will be light and crispy, not thick breaded and deep fried like you would get at a Chinese restaurant.

If there are leftovers (and that’s a BIG “if”), store in airtight container in the fridge. For best results, serve immediately.

If you like this recipe, give my Slow Cooker Crispy Orange Chicken a try!

Ingredients You’ll Need…

  • boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • cornstarch
  • canola oil
  • honey
  • minced garlic
  • chicken broth
  • soy sauce
  • rice vinegar
  • onion powder
  • salt
  • red pepper flakes

How To Make Slow Cooker Honey Crispy Chicken…

  1. Place cut up chicken in bag with cornstarch and shake. Add a teaspoon or so of water as needed for the cornstarch to form a light batter on the chicken
  2. Heat a non-stick skillet and lightly coat with olive oil
  3. Place the chicken in the skilled and cook for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned
  4. Turn over and cook for 2-3 minutes on opposite side
  5. Place chicken in crock
  6. Mix the remaining ingredients in bowl or measuring cup
  7. Pour over top of chicken
  8. Cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 4-6 until chicken is fully cooked

honey crispy chicken in rectangle slow cooker

Pro Tips…

You can meal prep this dish. Just keep chopped chicken separate from sauce until ready to cook.

If the cornstarch is not sticking to chicken like a batter and is too runny, you may need to add a little more of it. If the cornstarch still looks dry on chicken, add some water.

Spice it up by adding more red pepper flakes!

close up of honey crispy chicken from the slow cooker

honey crispy chicken over white rice in a blue and white bowl with purple napkin and serving spoon

Slow Cooker Honey Crispy Chicken

When you love takeout but not the cost or questionable ingredients, then it's time to make your own even more delicious version at home! Slow Cooker Honey Crispy Chicken is easier than you think and so amazing!
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 471kcal
Author: Jennifer Draper

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 to 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite size chunks)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2-3 tablespoons canola oil
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1 clove minced garlic
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • pinch red pepper flakes

Instructions

  • Place cut up chicken in bag with cornstarch and shake. Add a teaspoon or so of water as needed for the cornstarch to form a light batter on the chicken
  • Heat a nonstick skillet and lightly coat with olive oil
  • Place the chicken in the skilled and cook for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned
  • Turn over and cook for 2-3 minutes on opposite side
  • Place chicken in crock
  • Mix the remaining ingredients in bowl or measuring cup
  • Poor over top of chicken
  • Cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 4-6 until chicken is fully cooked

Notes

  • Meal Prep:  keep chicken and sauce separate until ready to use
  • Add extra red pepper flakes to spice it up
  • Add more cornstarch if need to thicken or won't stick to chicken

Nutrition

Calories: 471kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 49g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 666mg | Potassium: 883mg | Sugar: 34g | Vitamin A: 70IU | Vitamin C: 3.1mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1.1mg
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  1. Bobbie Matthews says

    December 9, 2020 at 7:24 pm

    I don’t buy rice vinegar since this is the only recipe for which I would use it. Would it be all right to use a different vinegar?

    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      January 6, 2021 at 8:09 am

      you could try white wine or apple cider vinegar, but I would use a little less as they have a stronger flavor.

      Reply
  2. Catherine says

    July 9, 2020 at 9:11 am

    Flavor department very good, preparation for me nice and easy. I love cooking with my slow cooker so I enjoy using your recipes, grandchildren enjoyed the chicken with rice.

    Reply
  3. Wendy Barnes says

    November 6, 2019 at 3:00 pm

    Can I cook this recipe in an Instant Pot ? I am a newbie using an instant pot but I believe you must have at least 1 cup of liquid in the bottom of the pot.

    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      November 6, 2019 at 3:36 pm

      I haven’t tried it, but I don’t think this would work well because it would end up soggy.

      Reply
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