Slow Cooker Honey Sriracha Chicken
Slow Cooker Honey Sriracha Chicken is a fuss-free, flavor-packed meal that brings sweet and spicy delight to any table. This zesty chicken dish is perfect for sharing. Make this spicy honey-glazed chicken, gather your loved ones, and savor its bold flavors!
Ingredients
For the Dish:
- 2 lbs 900g boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- ⅓ cup 80ml honey
- ¼ cup 60ml sriracha sauce
- ¼ cup 60ml soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tbsp 30ml rice vinegar
- ¼ cup 60ml chicken broth or water
- 2 tbsp 16g cornstarch + 2 tbsp (30ml) water (for slurry)
For Serving (Optional):
- Chopped green onions or cilantro
- Toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
Prep the Ingredients
- I trim excess fat from 2 lbs chicken thighs for a clean, tender texture in this spicy honey-glazed chicken.
Mix the Sauce
- In a small bowl, I whisk ⅓ cup honey, ¼ cup sriracha, ¼ cup soy sauce, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, and ¼ cup chicken broth until smooth, crafting a bold sauce for this zesty chicken dish.
Layer in the Slow Cooker
- I place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over, coating each piece evenly for a flavorful sweet-heat dish.
Slow Cook
- I set the slow cooker to low for 4–6 hours or high for 2–3 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
Thicken the Sauce
- I remove the chicken, whisk a slurry of 2 tbsp cornstarch and 2 tbsp water into the sauce, and cook on high for 10–15 minutes until thickened. I return the chicken to coat in the glossy sauce.
Serve
- I garnish with green onions or sesame seeds and serve hot, enjoying the spicy honey-glazed chicken.
Notes
- Use dark meat (chicken thighs) for juicier results.
- No need to brown the chicken beforehand to save time.
- Adjust heat gradually by starting with less sriracha.
- Add cornstarch slurry slowly to control sauce thickness.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like cilantro or green onions for brightness.