Slow Cooker Hot Honey Chicken

4.91 from 10 votes

Slow Cooker Hot Honey Chicken- a sweet and spicy shredded chicken that makes a great sandwich. The chicken is wonderfully juicy and completely coated in a delicious sauce.

Prep Time12

Cook Time4

Total Time4 12

Course: Dinner, Main Dish

Cuisine: Southern

Keyword: chicken thighs, crock pot chicken, slow cooker

Servings:

Equipment

6-quart slow cooker

Ingredients

6 to 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
2 to 3 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup ketchup
1/2 cup honey
2 to 3 teaspoons cornstarch

Instructions

Place chicken in a lightly greased 6-quart slow cooker.
Sprinkle cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt on chicken.
Drizzle ketchup and honey on top of chicken.
Place lid on and cook on LOW for 4 to 6 hours.
Pour all the liquid into a saucepan. Mix cornstarch with a tablespoon of cold water and add to saucepan. Bring to a boil and simmer until thickened, stirring frequently.
Shred the chicken with 2 forks and pour sauce back over chicken.

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Notes

Leftovers will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4 to 5 days or can be frozen in a freezer bag for up to 2 months.

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