Crockpot Honey Mustard Chicken
Description
Crockpot Honey Mustard Chicken is a simple yet flavorful slow-cooked dish where tender chicken is coated in a sweet, tangy, and slightly savory honey mustard sauce. The result is juicy, melt-in-your-mouth chicken that’s perfect for serving with rice, veggies, or potatoes.
Ingredients
For the chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- Salt & black pepper (to taste)
For the honey mustard sauce:
- ¼ cup yellow or Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup honey 🍯
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
Optional:
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Prepare chicken
- Place chicken in crockpot
- Season lightly with salt and pepper
2. Make sauce
- Mix mustard, honey, olive oil, garlic, paprika, and pepper
3. Add sauce
- Pour sauce over chicken
- Spread evenly on top
4. Cook
- Low: 5–6 hours
- High: 3–4 hours
5. Finish
- Spoon sauce over chicken before serving
- Garnish with parsley if desired
Servings
- Serves: 4 people
Time
- Prep: 10 minutes
- Cook: 3–6 hours
Notes
- Chicken becomes very tender in slow cooker
- Sauce thickens slightly as it cooks
- Dijon mustard gives a richer flavor than yellow
Tips
- Add potatoes or carrots for a full meal 🥔🥕
- Broil chicken for 3–5 minutes for caramelized top
- Use thighs for extra juiciness
- Add a splash of cream for a creamy version
Nutritional Info (Approx. per serving)
- Calories: ~350 kcal
- Protein: ~35 g
- Carbs: ~18 g
- Fat: ~15 g
Health Benefits
- High protein → supports muscle growth
- Energy boosting → from honey
- Garlic & mustard → may support immunity
- Balanced meal option
Q&A
Q1: Can I use chicken thighs?
Yes, they are juicier and more flavorful.
Q2: Can I make it spicy?
Add chili flakes or hot sauce.
Q3: Can I freeze it?
Yes, up to 2 months.
Q4: Why is my sauce thin?
Cook uncovered last 20 minutes or add cornstarch.
Q5: What can I serve it with?
Rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.