This recipe for Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Noodles is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender, juicy chicken with a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. The slow cooker does all the work, infusing the chicken with the rich flavors of garlic, honey, and soy sauce over several hours. The dish is finished by tossing the shredded chicken with soft, chewy noodles, making it a perfect meal for busy weeknights or when you want a warm, satisfying dinner without much fuss. The sauce is both rich and complex, with a hint of sweetness from the honey and a touch of umami from the soy sauce, balanced beautifully by the garlic. This dish is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 12 oz egg noodles or spaghetti
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes if using.
- Slow Cook the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker and pour the sauce mixture over the top. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Shred the Chicken: Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
- Thicken the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the slow cooker with the chicken and sauce. Cover and cook on high for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
- Cook the Noodles: While the sauce is thickening, cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain well.
- Combine and Serve: Toss the cooked noodles with the honey garlic chicken in the slow cooker until well coated.
- Garnish and Enjoy: Serve the noodles topped with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Enjoy your delicious, comforting meal!
This dish pairs wonderfully with steamed vegetables or a light salad for a complete meal.
