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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken: Cheap Dinner for One

  • Author: Natalia
  • Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving (recipe yields 2 meals if halved) 1x

Description

A budget-friendly, set-it-and-forget-it slow cooker recipe for tender chicken in a sticky honey garlic sesame glaze, perfect for solo meals or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large boneless, skinless chicken breast (about 1.5 lbs / 680g)
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth (low sodium)
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (optional, for thickening)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry the chicken breast. If thick, pound slightly to ensure even cooking. Place in the bottom of a small slow cooker.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil until mostly dissolved.
  3. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken, coating it evenly. Flip the chicken once to cover both sides.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours, until the chicken is fork-tender and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  5. If a thicker glaze is desired, mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Stir into the slow cooker during the last 5-10 minutes of cooking on HIGH or LOW until the sauce thickens.
  6. Turn off the slow cooker, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and let rest for 2 minutes before serving.

Notes

Chicken breast can turn dry if overcooked; 4 hours is usually perfect. For a spicy version, add red pepper flakes or sriracha. Ginger can be frozen and grated while frozen for easier prep. Leftover sauce can be used as a dip or drizzle. If using a large slow cooker, consider doubling the recipe to prevent drying out.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4-5 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast wit
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 16
  • Sodium: 600
  • Fat: 4
  • Saturated Fat: 1
  • Carbohydrates: 18
  • Protein: 35

Keywords: slow cooker chicken, honey garlic chicken, cheap dinner for one, budget meals, meal prep, gluten-free option, sticky sesame chicken, easy weeknight dinner

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