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Honey Garlic Chicken And Veggies

Sweet and Savory Honey Garlic Chicken And Veggies Delight

A comforting meal featuring honey garlic chicken and customizable veggies, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2-3 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Chicken thighs can be substituted for a richer flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Honey Maple syrup can be used for a different flavor profile.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Tamari or coconut aminos for a gluten-free option.
  • 4 cloves Garlic (Minced) Garlic powder works in a pinch if fresh isn't on hand.
  • 1 tablespoon Grated Ginger Fresh ginger is best, but ground ginger can suffice.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper (Chopped) Can be replaced with zucchini or snap peas.
  • 1 cup Broccoli Florets Can be swapped with green beans or asparagus.
  • 1 cup Carrots (Sliced) Sweet potatoes make a great alternative.
  • 1 cup Snap Peas Green beans are a suitable replacement.
For Seasoning and Thickening
  • Salt and Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Optional for thickening; mix with 2 tablespoons of water.

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Chicken: Place 2-3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of your slow cooker, trimmed and patted dry.
  2. Mix the Sauce: Whisk together ½ cup of honey, ¼ cup soy sauce, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tablespoon of grated ginger in a medium bowl.
  3. Assemble the Ingredients: Pour the honey garlic mixture over the chicken, add 1 chopped bell pepper, 1 cup broccoli florets, 1 sliced carrot, and 1 cup snap peas. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Slow Cook the Dish: Cover the slow cooker and set it on low heat for 6 hours.
  5. Thicken the Sauce: Optional; mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water and add during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  6. Shred the Chicken: Use two forks to shred the chicken in the slow cooker and stir everything together.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Ladle over fluffy rice or quinoa, optional garnish with green onions or sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 40IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep and can be customized with different vegetables. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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