Hey there, friend! If you’re anything like me, the Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken recipe is about to become your best kitchen buddy. It’s super easy, and how simple it is makes me look like I know exactly what I’m doing when, in reality, I just threw everything in a slow cooker and hoped for the best.
Come to think of it, this one time, I had friends over on a Saturday. I got a little carried away chatting and completely forgot to check on dinner. The result? Melt-in-your-mouth chicken everyone raved about, which totally made me the hero of the night! Might I suggest pairing this dish with my all-time favorite homemade coleslaw for a complete meal?
Now, let’s dig into why this recipe will be your next go-to dinner.
Why you’ll love this recipe
Alright, here’s the deal: Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken is the kind of recipe that checks all the boxes. First off, it’s a complete time-saver with just 5 minutes of prep time. In my world, finding a tasty recipe that fits into lost time between soccer practice and band recitals is pure gold.
Plus, the combination of dijon and stone-ground mustard mixed with honey creates a sweet and tangy sauce that feels like a cozy hug in your mouth. Don’t you just love it when something so easy tastes like it took ages to make? I do!
Ingredients
Here’s everything you need to get started on this delectable chicken dish:
- 2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- 4 chicken thighs
- ⅓ cup dijon mustard
- ⅓ cup stone ground mustard
- ½ cup honey
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground pepper
- 2 tablespoons potato starch (optional – for thickening sauce)
Step-by-step instructions
Prepping Your Slow Cooker
First things first, give your slow cooker a little love by coating it with non-stick cooking spray or a dash of oil so nothing sticks and cleanup is a breeze.
Mixing the Sauce
In the slow cooker, add the dijon mustard, stone ground mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and ground pepper. Stir everything up so it’s beautifully blended. I promise the aroma alone is enough to make your stomach rumble!
Adding the Chicken
Toss in your chicken breasts and thighs. Make sure they’re good and covered in that honey-mustard magic. It’s like giving your chicken a big, flavorful sweater to wear.
Cooking Time
Set your slow cooker on low for 4-6 hours or high if you’re tight on time—around 2.5-3 hours should do. There’s something comforting about letting the slow cooker hum away on the countertop, don’t you think?
Thickening the Sauce (Optional)
Right before serving, if you’d like a thicker sauce, mix your potato starch with 4 tablespoons of cold water. Stir it into the sauce in the warm slow cooker. Give it a few minutes to thicken up a bit.
Recipe tips & variations
- Consider shredding the chicken in the sauce for easier serving, making every bite juicy and flavorful.
- Switch up the mustards if you like – maybe try all dijon or have some fun with honey mustard.
- For a spicy kick, throw in a bit of chili powder or some hot sauce.
Storage & reheating
Got leftovers? Lucky you! Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. When you’re ready to dive back in, just reheat on the stove or microwave until warm. If the sauce becomes too thick while reheating, add a splash of water.
FAQs
1. Can I use just chicken breasts?
Absolutely! You can substitute chicken thighs with breasts, keeping cooking time similar.
2. What if I don’t have potato starch?
Cornstarch works just as well for thickening the sauce.
3. Can I freeze this dish?
Yes, you can freeze the cooked chicken in an airtight container for up to 2 months.
4. Is there an alternative for mustard allergies?
Try using a mustard-free barbecue sauce for a tangy twist.
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Bon appétit, my friend, and happy slow cooking!
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Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken
- Total Time: approximately 6 hours
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Description
Discover the easy and delicious Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken recipe perfect for busy nights.
Ingredients
- 2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1/3 cup dijon mustard
- 1/3 cup stone ground mustard
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
- 2 tablespoons potato starch (optional – for thickening sauce)
Instructions
- Coat your slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray or a dash of oil.
- Add the dijon mustard, stone ground mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and ground pepper to the slow cooker and stir to blend.
- Toss in the chicken breasts and thighs, ensuring they are well coated.
- Set your slow cooker on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2.5-3 hours.
- If desired, mix potato starch with 4 tablespoons of cold water and stir into the sauce before serving to thicken.
Notes
- Consider shredding the chicken in the sauce for easier serving.
- Experiment with different types of mustard.
- Add chili powder or hot sauce for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours on low or 2.5-3 hours on high
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg