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Crock Pot Honey Mustard Chicken

Crock Pot Honey Mustard Chicken for Effortless Family Dinners

Crock Pot Honey Mustard Chicken is a quick and easy dish that delivers tender chicken in a rich, savory-sweet sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breast Substitute with chicken thighs for a richer flavor.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning the chicken.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning the chicken.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Honey Can be substituted with maple syrup or agave nectar.
  • 1/4 cup Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can serve as a substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Butter (melted) Can be replaced with olive oil.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Use fresh for best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream can be used for a dairy-free option.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Can be swapped with thyme or Italian seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika can enhance flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onions can be an alternative.
Optional Thickening
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Used to thicken the sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Cold Water Used to create a slurry for thickening.

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and sprinkle with seasoning blend.
  2. Make Sauce: Whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and melted butter.
  3. Combine: Pour the sauce over the seasoned chicken in the slow cooker.
  4. Cook: Set slow cooker to LOW and cook for about 3 hours, checking for doneness.
  5. Finishing Touches: Shred the chicken and stir in heavy cream before serving.
  6. Thicken Sauce: If desired, use cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce towards the end.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfect for busy weeknights, this gluten-free meal is easy to prepare and full of flavor.

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