Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe

Ingredients: 4 boneless chicken thighs, 1/3 cup honey, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 3 tablespoons ketchup, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 4 garlic cloves (minced), 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 2 tablespoons water, optional sesame seeds for garnish. Instructions: Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker. In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, ketchup, olive oil, minced garlic, basil, and black pepper until combined. Pour the mixture over the chicken, ensuring it’s evenly coated. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours, until chicken is tender. Once cooked, remove chicken and set aside. Transfer the sauce to a small pan. In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch and water, then stir into the sauce. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes. Return chicken to the slow cooker, pour thickened sauce over it, and toss to coat. Garnish with sesame seeds if desired. Serve warm with rice or vegetables.