Slow Cooker Sweet and Tangy Chicken
Transform your weeknight dinners with this Slow Cooker Sweet and Tangy Chicken, a melt-in-your-mouth dish that combines bold, balanced flavors for a family-friendly meal. Juicy boneless, skinless chicken breasts are slow-cooked to tender perfection in a rich, tangy sauce made with barbecue sauce, honey, soy sauce, and a touch of apple cider vinegar. Infused with the warm aroma of garlic and black pepper, this dish offers an irresistibly savory-sweet combination that's sure to please every palate. The final touch? A glossy, thickened sauce, achieved by a quick cornstarch slurry, making every bite irresistibly coated in flavor. With just 10 minutes of prep and the magic of a slow cooker, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or laid-back weekends. Serve it with rice, mashed potatoes, or your favorite vegetables for a satisfying, crowd-pleasing meal that's as easy as it is delicious. Don't forget the optional fresh parsley garnish for a pop of color and freshness!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Barbecue sauce
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Cold water
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the barbecue sauce, honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and ground black pepper.
Step 3
Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken, ensuring the pieces are well-coated.
Step 4
Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
Step 5
Once cooking is complete, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and set aside on a plate. Cover with foil to keep warm.
Step 6
To thicken the sauce in the slow cooker, mix the cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl until smooth. Stir the cornstarch slurry into the sauce in the slow cooker.
Step 7
Turn the slow cooker to HIGH and let the sauce cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens.
Step 8
Return the chicken to the slow cooker, spoon the thickened sauce over the chicken, and let it sit for 5-10 minutes to reheat and absorb the flavors.
Step 9
Serve the sweet and tangy chicken with your favorite side dishes (such as rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables) and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1176.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1890.7 |
| Total Fat 27.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g | |
| Cholesterol 591.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5633.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 175.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 139.7g | |
| Protein 225.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 7.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 229.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2812.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories