Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Glazed Mushrooms

This Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Glazed Mushrooms recipe delivers tender, juicy mushrooms coated in a sweet-savory honey-garlic glaze. Perfect as a side, appetizer, or topping, it’s vegetarian, gluten-free, and effortlessly delicious with minimal prep for cozy meals.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Glazed Mushrooms are a flavor-packed revelation—earthy mushrooms soak up a sticky, sweet-savory glaze of honey, garlic, and soy in a hands-off slow cooker recipe. The low and slow cooking melds the flavors into a glossy, umami-rich dish that’s versatile enough to shine as a side, appetizer, or topping for rice, steak, or burgers. It’s naturally vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free (with swaps), making it a crowd-pleaser for all diets. With just 10 minutes of prep, this dish fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas and delivers gourmet results without the fuss. Perfect for potlucks, weeknight dinners, or meal prep, the glaze gets even better as it sits.

Recipe Tips and Tricks

• Clean Mushrooms Properly: Wipe with damp cloth—don’t rinse—to avoid sogginess.
• Use Small Mushrooms: Whole cremini or button hold shape better than sliced.
• Reduce Glaze: If too thin, simmer sauce on stove for 5-10 minutes post-cook.
• Stir Sparingly: Toss once halfway to coat evenly without breaking mushrooms.
• Fresh Garlic Only: Jarred lacks the punch needed for bold flavor.
• Adjust Sweetness: Taste glaze before cooking; add more honey or soy as needed.
• Add Heat Late: Chili flakes bloom best when stirred in at the end.
• Garnish Fresh: Sesame seeds or scallions add crunch and color just before serving.

Yield: 6 Servings

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Glazed Mushrooms

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Tender mushrooms in sticky honey-garlic glaze—slow-cooked, vegetarian, and irresistible.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 3 hours

Additional Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

• ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
• ⅓ cup honey
• ½ tsp red chili flakes (optional)
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds and 1 tbsp chopped scallions (for garnish)
• 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
• 1.5 lbs small cremini or button mushrooms, whole
• 3 tbsp butter, melted
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Clean Mushrooms: Wipe mushrooms with a damp cloth to remove dirt—keep whole for best shape.
2. Make Glaze: In a bowl, whisk honey, soy sauce, melted butter, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and chili flakes.
3. Taste Glaze: Adjust with more honey for sweetness or soy for savoriness—balance is key.
4. Prep Slow Cooker: Place mushrooms in 4-6 quart slow cooker; pour glaze over top.
5. Toss to Coat: Gently stir mushrooms to coat evenly in the sticky glaze.
6. Cook Low and Slow: Cover and cook on LOW for 3 hours or HIGH for 1.5-2 hours until tender.
7. Stir Halfway: Gently toss once after 1.5 hours to ensure even coating.
8. Check Consistency: If glaze is thin, transfer to saucepan and simmer 5 minutes to thicken.
9. Rest: Let mushrooms rest 5 minutes in sauce—flavors deepen and glaze clings.
10. Serve: Transfer to dish, sprinkle with sesame seeds and scallions; serve warm as side or appetizer.

Notes

• Use 4-6 quart slow cooker to prevent overcrowding.
• For thicker glaze, add 1 tsp cornstarch slurry in last 30 minutes.
• Serve over rice, as a burger topping, or with toothpicks for parties.
• Leftovers make great stir-fry or salad additions.

Nutrition Information

Yield

6

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 82Total Fat 3gSaturated Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 2gSodium 4248mgCarbohydrates 16gFiber 3gSugar 9gProtein 2g

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Ingredients Notes

• Mushrooms (1.5 lbs, cremini or button): Whole, small mushrooms for best texture; cremini for richer flavor.
• Honey (⅓ cup): Natural sweetener; raw honey adds floral notes.
• Soy Sauce (¼ cup, low-sodium): Umami depth; tamari for gluten-free.
• Garlic (6 cloves, minced): Fresh for bold, aromatic kick.
• Butter (3 tbsp, melted): Adds richness; vegan butter or olive oil for dairy-free.
• Rice Vinegar (1 tbsp): Balances sweetness with tangy acidity.
• Sesame Oil (1 tsp): Nutty finish; toasted for best flavor.
• Red Chili Flakes (½ tsp, optional): Subtle heat; adjust to taste.
• Salt and Pepper (to taste): Season lightly—soy sauce adds saltiness.
• Sesame Seeds/Scallions (1 tbsp each): Garnish for crunch and freshness.

Variations and Substitutions

• Mushroom Mix: Add shiitake or oyster for gourmet flavor.
• Vegan: Use maple syrup for honey, vegan butter for dairy-free.
• Spicy Kick: Add sriracha or fresh chilies with garlic.
• Herb Infusion: Thyme, rosemary, or parsley for earthy notes.
• Low-Sodium: Use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.
• Sweet Swap: Brown sugar or agave for honey.
• Protein Boost: Toss with tofu cubes or serve over grilled chicken.
• Asian Twist: Add ginger (1 tsp grated) and hoisin (1 tbsp).

Storage Options

• Refrigerator: Store in airtight container up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Freeze up to 2 months; thaw overnight before reheating.
• Reheating: Warm in skillet with splash of water or microwave gently.

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