Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe
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Slow cooker honey garlic chicken
Serves 2 - high protein meal plan
INGREDIENTS
• 1.5 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp honey
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 2 tsp cayenne
• salt and pepper to taste
• 450g chicken thighs
• 3 cups broccoli, chopped
• 1.5 tsp coconut oil
METHOD
- Combine olive oil, honey, minced garlic, cayenne, sea salt and black pepper together in a bowl. Mix well.
- Place chicken thighs in the bottom of your slow cooker. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the top. Use a spatula to toss until all the chicken is well coated.
- Set on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 4 hours (or until chicken is cooked through).
- Before you eat, lightly steam your broccoli just until it is bright green then toss it with coconut oil and season with sea salt and black pepper.
- Baste the chicken again before removing it from the slow cooker.
- Serve chicken thighs with broccoli on the side.
Benefits
Chicken thighs are a great source of protein and broccoli provides a
significant amount of Vitamin C and Vitamin K, while the chicken contributes
to the B vitamins content. These nutrients support a range of bodily functions,
including immune function, blood clotting, and energy production.
CALORIES + MACRO NUTRIENTS
FAT 24g
CAL 481
PROTEIN 49g
FIBRE 4g
CARBS 20g
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