Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

Ingredients:

• 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish

Instructions:

1. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then place them in the slow cooker.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, ketchup, minced garlic, dried basil, and dried oregano. Mix well to create the sauce.
3. Pour the sauce over the chicken thighs, making sure they're evenly coated.
4. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
5. Once the chicken is cooked, you can thicken the sauce by transferring it to a saucepan and simmering it over medium heat until it reaches your desired consistency.
6. Serve the chicken thighs with the thickened sauce drizzled on top. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for extra flavor and visual appeal.

This dish has a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, making it a crowd-pleaser for a summer gathering. The pantry staple ingredients make it easy and affordable to whip up, and the slow-cooking process will allow the flavors to meld beautifully. Enjoy your Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs!