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slow cooker honey mustard chicken

slow cooker honey mustard chicken delivers tangy flavor for easy meals


  • Author: Jordan Reed
  • Total Time: 6-8 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

Enjoy a simple, crowd‑pleasing slow cooker honey mustard chicken that combines sweet honey, tangy Dijon mustard, and savory chicken broth for a glossy glaze. This easy recipe requires only chicken thighs, honey, mustard, broth, soy sauce, and garlic, delivering juicy, fall‑off‑the‑bone meat in hours. Perfect for busy weeknights, it pairs with rice, potatoes, or vegetables and offers a wholesome, low‑effort dinner the whole family loves. Serve with a fresh green salad and a slice of crusty bread


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 chicken thighs, skinless
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk honey, Dijon mustard, chicken broth, soy sauce, and minced garlic until smooth.
  2. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  3. Place chicken in slow cooker and pour sauce over top, ensuring even coverage.
  4. Cook on low for 6‑8 hours or on high for 3‑4 hours until chicken reaches 165°F.
  5. Let rest 10 minutes, then serve with desired sides.

Notes

  • For a spicier version
  • add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce. Leftovers reheat well with a splash of broth to loosen the glaze.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours
  • Category: Family Dinners
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 servings
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

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