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Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken

Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken That's Pure Comfort Magic

This Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken is a comforting dish that combines sweet honey and tangy mustard for heartwarming weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts or Thighs These cuts stay tender and juicy.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Honey Opt for high-quality honey for the best flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Dijon Mustard Provides a tangy punch.
  • 2 tablespoons Yellow Mustard Complements the Dijon.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Helps blend the sauce.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Adds richness to the sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Optional for thicker sauce.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential seasoning.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Essential seasoning.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Optional, for garnish.

Equipment

  • Slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the slow cooker by lightly greasing it with nonstick spray or olive oil.
  2. Add chicken breasts or thighs in a single layer at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. Whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, yellow mustard, minced garlic, olive oil, chicken broth, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  4. Pour the honey mustard sauce over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated.
  5. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  6. For a thicker sauce, remove chicken, whisk together cornstarch and water, stir into sauce, and cook on HIGH for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  7. Return chicken to slow cooker, coat in the thickened sauce, and let soak up flavors for a couple of minutes.
  8. Sprinkle fresh parsley over the chicken before serving for added color and flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Thaw chicken before cooking to ensure even cooking. Optional to customize the sauce with spices or herbs as desired.

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