Description
Slow Cooker Apricot Chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with a sweet and tangy apricot glaze. As it simmers, the aroma fills your home, creating an inviting atmosphere perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. With minimal prep and just a handful of ingredients, this recipe promises a flavorful meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup apricot preserves
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice or steamed vegetables (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts.
- In a bowl, mix apricot preserves, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, ginger, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Place chicken in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over it.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Check for doneness (165°F) about 30 minutes before serving; add veggies if desired.
- Shred or slice the chicken in the slow cooker and serve over rice or with roasted veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg