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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken & Noodles

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  • Author: Kim Cooks Easy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 46 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooker

Description

This Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken & Noodles is a sweet and savory dish packed with tender shredded chicken, a rich honey garlic sauce, and soft egg noodles. It’s an effortless meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights and will have everyone coming back for seconds!


Ingredients

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  • For the Chicken:
  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • For the Honey Garlic Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (or 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger)
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water (for thickening)
  • For the Noodles:
  • 8 oz egg noodles (or ramen, spaghetti, or lo mein noodles)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil or butter (for tossing the noodles)
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  • Prepare the Chicken:
  • Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Place the chicken in the slow cooker.
  • Make the Sauce:
  • In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, ketchup, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes, and vinegar.
  • Pour the sauce over the chicken.
  • Slow Cook:
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is tender and shreds easily.
  • Thicken the Sauce:
  • Remove the chicken and shred it with two forks.
  • In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water, then stir it into the sauce.
  • Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir well. Let it cook on HIGH for 10–15 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  • Prepare the Noodles:
  • Cook the egg noodles according to package instructions. Drain and toss with sesame oil or butter to prevent sticking.
  • Combine & Serve:
  • Toss the noodles with the honey garlic chicken or serve the chicken over the noodles.
  • Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

  • Make it Spicier: Add more crushed red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha.
  • Gluten-Free Option: Use tamari instead of soy sauce and gluten-free noodles.
  • Vegetable Add-Ins: Stir in broccoli, bell peppers, or snap peas during the last 30 minutes.
  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Freezing: Freeze the shredded chicken (without noodles) for up to 3 months. Thaw and reheat before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg