Dredge chicken in flour, add to slow cooker. 4 simple ingredients later: terrific dinner!

For picky eaters or little ones who are sensitive to spice, cut the sriracha down to 2–3 tablespoons and increase the honey so the sauce is more sweet than hot. You can also set aside a few plain floured chicken pieces and cook them in a separate small slow cooker or skillet with just a bit of chicken broth and honey for a mild version. If your family loves extra flavor, stir in a teaspoon of minced garlic or grated ginger to the sauce before cooking. For a tangier twist, add a tablespoon of rice vinegar or lime juice at the end of cooking. You can also swap the honey for brown sugar if that’s what you have on hand. To stretch the meal, toss in a handful of sliced bell peppers or snap peas during the last hour of cooking so they stay slightly crisp. Leftovers are wonderful tucked into tortillas for quick tacos, piled onto toasted buns for sandwiches, or served cold over a salad for an easy next-day lunch.