Cooking Instructions

Start by trimming any excess fat from the chicken thighs or breasts. Season the chicken lightly with salt and black pepper, then place it in the slow cooker.

In a mixing bowl, combine the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and rice vinegar. Whisk until well blended.

Pour the honey garlic mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring that it is evenly coated.

Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.

If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry, then stir it into the slow cooker about 30 minutes before serving.

Once cooked, shred the chicken in the slow cooker, mixing it with the sauce to infuse flavor.

Serve the honey garlic chicken over prepared lemon orzo and garnish with sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and lemon slices.

For an even more flavorful dish, consider adding chopped bell peppers, onions, or snap peas to the slow cooker alongside the chicken.

Adjust the sweetness and saltiness of the sauce to suit your taste, and feel free to incorporate a bit of heat with red pepper flakes or hot sauce.

Enjoy the versatility of this recipe by experimenting with different vegetables and garnishes!