Crockpot Honey Mustard Chicken
If you're looking for a tasty way to make dinner easy and stress-free, look no further! This delicious Crockpot Honey Mustard Chicken takes 10 minutes to prep and practically cooks itself.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 417kcal
Ingredients
- 9 ounces honey dijon dressing
- 1 cup can chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons seasoning salt or 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2-1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 1/2-3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 4 ounces 1/3-less fat cream cheese
- Optional garnish: fresh parsley
Instructions
- To a Crockpot, whisk together honey dijon dressing, broth, garlic powder, and seasoning salt or salt and black pepper.
- Add the chicken to the Crockpot and coat well. Cover and cook on high 2-3 hours or low 6-7 hours.
- When the cooking time is complete, transfer the chicken to a bowl or cutting board. Shred or cut the chicken to your desired size.
- In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and heavy cream. Whisk the mixture into the crockpot and add the cream cheese. Cover and cook on high 10 minutes.
- Whisk the sauce vigorously until the cream cheese has dissolved, then return the chicken to the Crockpot. Cover and allow chicken to heat back up for 5 minutes on the warm setting.
- Serve the chicken as is or over noodles, rice, or potatoes. Optional, garnish with fresh parsley.
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Expert Tips and Substitutions
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- Thickening the Sauce: If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can increase the amount of cornstarch mixed with water.
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- Honey Dijon Dressing: If you don't have honey dijon dressing, you can mix regular dijon mustard, mayonnaise and honey to achieve a similar flavor. Alternatively, a mix of yellow mustard, mayonnaise and honey can work too.
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- Chicken Broth: Vegetable broth or even water can be used as a substitute for chicken broth, although the flavor may be slightly milder.
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- Heavy Cream: For a lighter option, you can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half, whole milk, or coconut milk, but note that the texture will vary slightly.
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- Cream Cheese: Neufchâtel cheese or ricotta can be used in place of cream cheese. For a dairy-free option, consider using a dairy-free cream cheese alternative.
Stovetop Honey Mustard Chicken
You can also make this slow cooker chicken recipe a lot faster on the stovetop! Simply whisk together honey dijon dressing, chicken broth, garlic powder and seasoning in a large saucepan over medium heat. Once it comes to simmer, add the heavy cream cornstarch slurry and cream cheese. Cook on medium-low 10 minutes, then whisk vigorously, until the cream cheese dissolves. Lastly, fold in a pulled apart rotisserie chicken.Storage and Freezing
To store Crockpot Honey Mustard Chicken, first, allow it to cool to room temperature then transfer into an airtight container. You can keep the chicken in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. If you want to store it for a longer period, you can freeze it for up to 3 months. When you're ready to enjoy the leftovers, if they are frozen, thaw the chicken overnight in the refrigerator or use the microwave's defrost setting. To reheat, you can microwave the chicken in short intervals, stirring in between until it’s warmed through. Alternatively, heat it in a skillet over medium-low heat with a splash of broth to keep it moist. You can also reheat it in the oven by covering it and heating at 350°F (175°C) for aboutNutrition
Serving: 6oz | Calories: 417kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 154mg | Sodium: 1287mg | Potassium: 805mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 453IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 1mg
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