Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1/2 cup honey
– 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
– 1/4 cup soy sauce
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
– Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare the Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika until well combined.
2. Place Chicken in Slow Cooker: Lay the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
3. Add Sauce: Pour the honey mustard mixture over the chicken, making sure it’s well coated.
4. Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
5. Optional Thickening: If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with a little water in a separate bowl. Stir this mixture into the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
6. Shred Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks.
7. Return to Sauce: Place the shredded chicken back into the slow cooker, mixing it with the sauce to absorb the flavors.
8. Garnish: If desired, sprinkle fresh parsley on top for added color and flavor.
Following these steps will yield a wonderfully flavorful dish that is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 30g