Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken (Printable Version)
Juicy chicken slow-cooked in a mild honey mustard glaze offering sweet and tangy flavors perfect for family dinners.
# What You'll Need:
→ Poultry
01 -
2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (alternatively, use all breasts or all thighs)
02 -
4 skinless, boneless chicken thighs
→ Sauce
03 -
1/3 cup Dijon mustard
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1/3 cup stone-ground mustard
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1/2 cup honey
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1 tablespoon garlic, minced
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Optional Thickener
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2 tablespoons potato starch
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4 tablespoons cold water
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 -
Lightly coat the slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray or oil to facilitate easy cleanup.
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In the slow cooker, thoroughly mix Dijon mustard, stone-ground mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and ground black pepper until well blended.
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Place the chicken breasts and thighs into the slow cooker, tossing gently to evenly coat all pieces with the honey mustard mixture.
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For intensified flavor, refrigerate the chicken and sauce mixture in a sealed container or zip-top bag for several hours or overnight before cooking.
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Set the slow cooker on low heat and cook for 4 to 6 hours or on high heat for 2.5 to 3 hours until the chicken reaches tender doneness.
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Mix potato starch with cold water to form a slurry and stir into the hot sauce in the slow cooker. The sauce will thicken rapidly, creating a glossy coating.
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Ladle the honey mustard chicken onto plates and spoon the thickened sauce over each serving while hot.
# Additional Notes:
01 -
Marinating the chicken overnight enhances flavor absorption and tenderness.