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Crispy Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs Easy Recipe with Roasted Potatoes

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This recipe delivers tender, slow-cooked chicken thighs with a crispy skin finished under the broiler, paired with roasted potatoes soaked in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. It’s a comforting, family-approved dish perfect for cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup honey (120 ml)
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce (45 ml)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (15 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided (extra virgin preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1.5 pounds baby potatoes, halved (small red or Yukon gold)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: red pepper flakes, chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season all over with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs skin-side down for 4-5 minutes until golden and crispy. Flip and cook the other side for 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and apple cider vinegar. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  4. Place seared chicken thighs into the slow cooker. Pour the honey garlic sauce evenly over the top.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or on high for 2 hours until chicken is tender and sauce slightly thickened.
  6. While chicken cooks, toss halved baby potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet.
  7. When chicken is almost done, roast potatoes in a 425°F (220°C) oven for 25-30 minutes until golden and crispy, turning halfway through.
  8. Transfer chicken thighs to a baking sheet, skin-side up. Spoon some sauce over and broil on high for 3-5 minutes until skin is extra crispy, watching closely.
  9. Serve chicken thighs with roasted potatoes, spooning any remaining sauce over everything. Garnish with chopped parsley or red pepper flakes if desired.

Notes

Do not skip searing the chicken to lock in flavor and promote crispiness. Watch the broiler carefully to avoid burning the chicken skin. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari. Potatoes can be swapped with sweet potatoes or other root vegetables. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat best in the oven to maintain crispiness.

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