Crock Pot Amaretto Chicken
Infused with the sweet and nutty aroma of amaretto liqueur, Crock Pot Amaretto Chicken is a delightful twist on a slow-cooked classic. This easy-to-make recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts simmered in a flavorful blend of amaretto, soy sauce, honey, and garlic, creating a rich, velvety sauce that perfectly balances sweet and savory. A quick cornstarch slurry gives the sauce a luxurious finish, making it ideal for drizzling over a bed of fluffy rice or noodles. With just 15 minutes of prep and your trusty crock pot doing the rest, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or effortless entertaining. Garnish with fresh parsley for an elegant touch, and savor the unique flavors of this comforting yet sophisticated meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.25 cups Amaretto liqueur
- 0.5 cups Chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Cold water
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 4 servings Cooked rice or noodles (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of a crock pot (slow cooker).
In a mixing bowl, combine the amaretto liqueur, chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, and minced garlic. Stir until well blended.
Pour the amaretto mixture over the chicken breasts in the crock pot, ensuring the chicken is fully coated in the liquid.
Cover the crock pot with a lid and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Once the chicken is cooked, remove the chicken breasts from the crock pot and set them aside on a plate. Cover them loosely with foil to keep warm.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry.
Add the cornstarch slurry to the liquid in the crock pot and stir well. Turn the crock pot to HIGH and let the sauce cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens.
Return the chicken breasts to the crock pot and spoon the thickened sauce over them to coat.
Serve the chicken warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired, alongside cooked rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2147 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.4 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 3139 mg | 136% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 209.8 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 86.0 g | ||
| Protein | 232.1 g | 464% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 170 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2271 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
