Crock Pot Apricot Chicken
Sweet, savory, and irresistibly tender, Crock Pot Apricot Chicken is the ultimate weeknight dinner solution that feels anything but ordinary. This easy-to-make dish combines juicy boneless chicken breasts with a luscious sauce made from tangy apricot preserves, zesty Dijon mustard, and umami-packed soy sauce, all enhanced by the subtle warmth of garlic and thyme. Slow-cooked to perfection, the chicken becomes meltingly tender while the sauce thickens into a flavorful glaze that's perfect for drizzling over rice or veggies. With just 10 minutes of prep and the magic of your slow cooker, this recipe is a fuss-free way to deliver a gourmet-style meal that everyone will adore. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and enjoy comfort food at its finest.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Apricot preserves
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves Minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the crock pot.
In a medium bowl, whisk together apricot preserves, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, and chicken broth.
Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the crock pot and set aside on a plate, keeping it warm.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to form a slurry. Stir the slurry into the sauce in the crock pot to thicken it.
Turn the crock pot to HIGH and let the sauce cook for an additional 5-10 minutes until it reaches your desired thickness.
Return the chicken to the crock pot and coat it with the thickened sauce.
Serve the chicken warm, garnished with chopped parsley if desired. This dish pairs well with rice or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2012 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 31.3 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 3847 mg | 167% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 188.5 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 176.3 g | ||
| Protein | 219.7 g | 439% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1993 mg | 42% | |
*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.
