Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Shrimp – Flavor-Packed Seafood Fix
Introduction
Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Shrimp transforms pantry staples and frozen shrimp into a stunning, flavor-packed seafood delight. This recipe stands out for its irresistible combination of sweet honey, aromatic garlic, and savory soy sauce—all infusing tender shrimp with the bold flavors you crave. The set-it-and-forget-it slow cooker method means you get restaurant-worthy results with hardly any effort.
Perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to impress guests with minimal fuss, this dish brings a touch of gourmet flair to your kitchen—minus the hassle.
Why You’ll Love This Honey Garlic Shrimp
The magic of this recipe lies in the balance of flavors: luscious honey, sharp garlic, tangy soy, and just the right splash of fresh lime. The shrimp soak up these flavors while remaining juicy and tender, perfectly paired with fluffy steamed rice or stir-fried veggies.
What truly makes it a crowd-pleaser is the hands-off cooking process. Toss everything in the slow cooker, then relax—let the aromas fill your kitchen and the anticipation build.
Prepping Shrimp and Veggies with Ease
Preparation is seamless with a few smart kitchen tools. For perfectly diced bell peppers or snap peas, a Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper makes the process quick and precise, ensuring uniform pieces that cook evenly alongside your shrimp.
If you’re using frozen shrimp, a quick thaw under cool running water brings them to room temp fast. Pat shrimp dry before adding to the slow cooker to help them soak up maximum flavor.
Getting the Most Out of Your Slow Cooker
Layer your vegetables first, creating a bed for the shrimp that helps both cook perfectly. Pour in your homemade honey garlic sauce, mix, and cover. After a short time on low, the shrimp will be succulent and coated in a glossy, garlicky glaze.
If you want a thicker sauce, whisk a cornstarch slurry and stir it in during the last 15 minutes of cooking. For extra freshness, a sprinkle of chopped scallions or toasted sesame seeds just before serving is unbeatable.
Store leftovers in airtight Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers to keep them fresh for quick lunches throughout the week.
Serving Suggestions for a Flavor-Packed Seafood Meal
Serve your honey garlic shrimp over jasmine rice or alongside sautéed vegetables for a wholesome meal. Portion leftovers into a Bentgo Salad Container for portable lunches, keeping the flavors bright and separate until it’s time to eat.
Garnish with lime wedges and a scatter of cilantro for a vibrant finish.
Nutritional Information and Serving Size
This recipe makes about four hearty servings. Each portion contains roughly 250–300 calories, mainly from lean protein and the sweet-savory sauce. Serve with rice or extra veggies to round out your plate—a balanced way to enjoy sensational flavor with nourishing ingredients.
Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Shrimp – Quick Recap
Sweet, savory, and packed with mouthwatering flavor, this shrimp is an instant hit at any table. The slow cooker method makes it a breeze, while clever prepping and storage options turn this into a go-to for both weeknight dinners and meal preps.
Ingredients
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar (or lime juice), minced garlic, and grated ginger until smooth. Set aside.
- Using a Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper, dice bell peppers and snap peas for quick, even prep.
- Arrange sliced bell pepper and snap peas on the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Lay shrimp on top of the vegetables. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the shrimp and vegetables, tossing gently to coat. Cover and cook on LOW for 1 to 1½ hours, or until shrimp just turn pink and are cooked through.
- For a thicker sauce, dissolve cornstarch in 2 tablespoons cold water, then stir into the slow cooker. Cook an additional 10–15 minutes, uncovered, until the sauce thickens.
- Serve shrimp and veggies over a warm bowl of cooked jasmine rice. Garnish with scallions and toasted sesame seeds for extra flavor and crunch.
- Store leftovers in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers for fresh, easy meal prep all week.
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1.5 hours
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Enjoy the vibrant, melt-in-your-mouth allure of Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Shrimp—a true flavor-packed seafood fix, ready with minimal effort and maximum wow factor!