Slow Cooker Apricot Chicken
Transform your weeknight dinners with the irresistible sweetness and tang of Slow Cooker Apricot Chicken. This easy slow-cooker recipe features tender, juicy chicken thighs bathed in a luscious apricot sauce made with apricot preserves, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic, and a touch of grated ginger for a flavorful twist. The dish is perfect for busy days, requiring just 15 minutes of prep before cooking low and slow to perfection. Serve this savory-sweet masterpiece over fluffy steamed rice or creamy mashed potatoes, and finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for an elegant touch. Packed with bold flavors and minimal effort, this slow cooker favorite will quickly become a family staple.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup Apricot preserves
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil. Sear the chicken thighs for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. This step is optional but adds flavor to the dish.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the apricot preserves, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic, onion, and grated ginger.
Place the seared chicken thighs in the slow cooker in an even layer.
Pour the apricot mixture evenly over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
Set the slow cooker to low heat and cook for 4-5 hours, or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
Once cooked, give the sauce a quick stir to ensure it's combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve the apricot chicken over steamed rice, mashed potatoes, or your choice of sides. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a pop of color and extra flavor, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1979 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.4 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.4 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 500 mg | 167% | |
| Sodium | 4585 mg | 199% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 193.0 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 181.1 g | ||
| Protein | 111.8 g | 224% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 127 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1447 mg | 31% | |
*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.
