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Easy Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Breast Recipe with Perfect Roasted Broccoli

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A simple and delicious slow cooker recipe featuring tender honey garlic chicken breasts paired with perfectly roasted broccoli for a balanced and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 large head broccoli, cut into florets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

Instructions

  1. Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker with a bit of oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, dried thyme, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  3. Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Pour the honey garlic sauce evenly over the top. Use tongs to flip and coat the chicken once or twice if desired.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 3 to 4 hours or until the chicken is cooked through and tender (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Avoid lifting the lid too often.
  5. About 15 minutes before the chicken is done, preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss broccoli florets with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder if using. Spread evenly on a baking sheet.
  6. Roast broccoli in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, turning halfway through, until edges are crisp and slightly charred but stems remain tender.
  7. Once cooked, carefully remove chicken breasts from the slow cooker and place on a serving platter. Optionally, pour the remaining sauce into a small saucepan and simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes to thicken before drizzling over the chicken.
  8. Serve the honey garlic chicken alongside the roasted broccoli.

Notes

For thicker sauce, simmer the sauce on the stove or add a cornstarch slurry. Use tamari instead of soy sauce for gluten-free. Maple syrup can replace honey for a vegan twist. Avoid stirring chicken during cooking to keep it tender. Rest chicken 5 minutes after cooking for juicier bites. Roasting broccoli at high heat prevents sogginess.

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