Honey-Garlic Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs

Ingredients and Weight:

• Chicken thighs: 8 pieces (about 1.5-2 pounds)
• Honey: 1/3 cup
• Garlic: 8 cloves, minced
• Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons
• Fresh rosemary: 1 sprig
• Salt and pepper: To taste
• Cooking oil: 1 tablespoon (for skillet)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 15 minutes
• Cooking: 4-5 hours (slow cooker)
• Total: 4 hours 15 minutes to 5 hours 15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a skillet, heat the cooking oil and season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
2. Brown the chicken thighs on both sides in the skillet.
3. Transfer the browned chicken thighs to a slow cooker.
4. Add honey, garlic, soy sauce, and rosemary to the slow cooker.
5. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
6. Cover and cook on low heat for 4-5 hours until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
7. Serve and enjoy!

Nutritional Information: (Please note that these are estimated values and may vary depending on specific ingredients used.)

• Calories: About 400-500 per serving (based on the weight of chicken thighs)
• Protein: High
• Fat: Moderate (mostly from chicken and a small amount of honey)
• Carbohydrates: Low (from honey)

Dish Characteristics:

• The dish has a sweet and savory flavor profile with the combination of honey and garlic.
• The chicken thighs are tender and juicy after being slow-cooked for hours.
• It has a rich, hearty flavor that is perfect for colder weather or a family meal.

User Comments:

1. "This dish was so delicious! The honey and garlic combination was amazing."
2. "I love how tender the chicken thighs were after being cooked in the slow cooker."
3. "This is a great dish to make on a busy day as it cooks itself."
4. "My family loved this dish, especially the sweet and savory flavor."
5. "I added some extra herbs to enhance the flavor, it was excellent!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to brown the chicken thighs on both sides for better flavor and texture.
• Adjust the amount of honey based on your preference for sweetness.
• If you want to add more flavor, you can add some additional spices or herbs to the dish, such as thyme or oregano.
• This dish is great for meal prep as it can be made in advance and reheated later.