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Slow Cooker Apricot Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Megane
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Total Time: 8 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Slow Cooker
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Slow Cooker Apricot Chicken is a flavorful and effortless dish perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken breasts are cooked slowly in a savory blend of dried onion soup mix, tangy Dijon mustard, soy sauce, and sweet apricot preserves, resulting in a deliciously sticky glaze. Serve it shredded over rice or mashed potatoes for a comforting, family-friendly meal that requires minimal prep and maximum taste.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 skinless boneless chicken breasts

Seasonings & Sauce

  • 1 ounce packet of dried onion soup mix
  • 4 teaspoons of Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
  • 12 ounce jar of apricot preserves

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Place the 4 skinless boneless chicken breasts evenly in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Add seasoning: Sprinkle the entire 1-ounce packet of dried onion soup mix evenly over the chicken breasts to ensure even flavor distribution.
  3. Mix wet ingredients: Spoon 4 teaspoons of Dijon mustard and 2 tablespoons of soy sauce over the top, spreading gently to cover the chicken.
  4. Add preserves: Spread the entire 12-ounce jar of apricot preserves over the chicken, creating a sweet and tangy glaze.
  5. Cook: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low heat for 8 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the chicken to become tender.
  6. Serve: After cooking, serve the chicken breasts whole or shred the meat and mix it with the sauce to enjoy over rice, mashed potatoes, or your preferred side.

Notes

  • For best flavor, do not lift the lid during cooking to prevent heat loss.
  • If you prefer the chicken shredded, use two forks to pull apart the meat before serving.
  • Adjust soy sauce quantity to reduce sodium if desired.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • This recipe pairs well with steamed vegetables or a simple green salad.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 200g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Find it online: https://comfortplates.com/slow-cooker-apricot-chicken-recipe/