Step 1

Spray the inside of the crock. Turn on to Low setting.

Step 2

Salt and pepper all sides of the chicken.

Step 3

Add the water to the crock, then place the chicken in there as well. Place the lid on so it starts warming up.

Step 4

In a 2 cup measuring cup, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, ketchup, ginger, garlic, onion, and red pepper flakes. Pour over the chicken.

Step 5

Cook on Low for 2 1/2-4 1/2 hours (check after 2 hours). Cook time may vary, by size of chicken, and/or your slow cooker.

Step 6

Remove chicken to a plate and cover. Turn the slow cooker to High setting.

Step 7

Whisk together the corn starch and cold water. Add to the liquid in the crock and stir.

Step 8

Add the chicken back into the crock and cook on High until thickened (usually 10 to 15 minutes) and internal temperature of chicken is 165°.

Step 9

Serve over cooked rice, garnished with sesame seeds, scallions, and/or cilantro.