Description
Crockpot Honey Mustard Chicken is the ultimate weeknight meal that combines the savory goodness of tender chicken with a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce. This easy slow-cooked dish requires just 10 minutes of prep time, making it perfect for busy families. Simply season the chicken, create the flavorful sauce, and let your crockpot work its magic. Serve it over rice, pasta, or alongside fresh vegetables for a satisfying dinner that everyone will love. With its delightful blend of flavors and simple preparation, this recipe will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb chicken breast (or thighs)
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp butter (melted)
- 2–3 garlic cloves (minced)
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp pepper
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, oregano, onion powder, and paprika.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and melted butter until smooth.
- Pour the sauce over the seasoned chicken in the crockpot.
- Cook on LOW for about 3 hours or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Shred or chunk the chicken; stir in heavy cream about 30 minutes before serving.
- For a thicker sauce, mix cold water with cornstarch and add it to the crockpot; heat on low for an additional 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Marinate chicken overnight in the sauce for enhanced flavor. Add vegetables like carrots or potatoes directly into the crockpot for a complete meal. Adjust cooking time if using frozen chicken.