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Savory Slow-Cooked Crockpot Chicken

Savory Slow-Cooked Crockpot Chicken: Your Effortless Dinner Delight

Discover how to make Savory Slow-Cooked Crockpot Chicken with minimal prep for a mouthwatering family meal.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Keyword: comfort food, Crockpot Recipe, easy chicken dinner, family-friendly meal, homemade chicken, slow-cooked chicken
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • skillet
  • Whisk

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts frozen is fine, just increase cooking time

For the Vegetables

  • 1 large onion, sliced adds natural sweetness
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced provides aromatic depth

For the Sauce

  • 1 cup chicken broth essential for flavor
  • ¼ cup soy sauce delivers umami
  • ¼ cup honey adds natural sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard adds tang

For Seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika infuses a warm smokiness
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme elevates flavor
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

For Cooking

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for searing the chicken

For Thickening the Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water for slurry

For Garnish

  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped adds freshness

Instructions

How to Make Savory Slow-Cooked Crockpot Chicken

  • Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika; pat them dry to ensure a good sear and flavor infusion.
  • Sear the chicken by heating olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook for 3 minutes on each side until golden brown and tempting.
  • Layer sliced onions and minced garlic at the bottom of the crockpot, creating a flavorful base for the chicken to rest on.
  • Place the beautifully seared chicken on top of the onion and garlic, letting the flavors meld as it cooks.
  • Whisk together the chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, Dijon mustard, and thyme; pour it generously over the chicken for a savory soaking.
  • Cover the crockpot and cook on Low for 6-7 hours or choose High for 3-4 hours, allowing the chicken to become tender and juicy.
  • Remove the chicken once cooked; cover it to keep warm while you enhance the sauce.
  • Mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry; stir it into the crockpot liquid to thicken the sauce into a delightful glaze.
  • Return the chicken to the crockpot, letting it bask in the rich sauce before serving; garnish generously with fresh parsley.

Notes

Optional: Serve with fluffy rice or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plate | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 10mg
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