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Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken Recipe

Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken Recipe


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4.7 from 27 reviews

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

Tender, flavorful, and easy to make, this Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken is a delicious dish perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. The combination of balsamic vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard creates a sweet and tangy sauce that pairs perfectly with the tender chicken breasts. Let your slow cooker do the work for you, and enjoy a satisfying meal with minimal effort.


Ingredients

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Chicken:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Sauce:

  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup balsamic vinegar
  • ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Additional:

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear chicken breasts until golden brown. Transfer to the slow cooker.
  2. Make Sauce: Sauté onion and garlic, then pour over chicken in the slow cooker. Whisk together balsamic vinegar, broth, honey, mustard, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper; pour over chicken.
  3. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours or high for 2–3 hours until chicken is tender. Add cherry tomatoes in the last 30 minutes.
  4. Serve: Garnish with parsley and enjoy hot.

Notes

  • This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.
  • For a thicker sauce, simmer the liquid after cooking until reduced.
  • You can use chicken thighs for extra tenderness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Italian-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 510mg
  • Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg