Honey Mustard Chicken Recipe | Juicy Sweet & Tangy Chicken | Easy Weeknight Dinner
This slow cooker honey mustard chicken is a perfect combination of convenience and flavor. The chicken cooks slowly in a sweet and tangy sauce, resulting in tender, juicy meat. It is versatile, budget-friendly, and customizable, making it ideal for family dinners or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Total Time: 7 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- ½ cup honey
- ½ cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Clean and trim the chicken breasts or thighs, patting them dry.
- Place the chicken in a slow cooker in a single layer.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, whole-grain mustard, olive oil, soy sauce, garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Add chopped onion to the sauce mixture and stir to combine.
- Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken, making sure each piece is coated.
- Gently press the onion and garlic mixture over the chicken.
- Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
- Check the chicken near the end of cooking; it should be tender and easily shredded or sliced.
- Optional: For a thicker sauce, remove the chicken, whisk 1 teaspoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon cold water, stir into the sauce, and cook uncovered for 10 minutes before returning the chicken.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve over your preferred sides.
Notes
Adjust sweetness or mustard flavor to taste by adding more honey or Dijon mustard.
Chicken thighs are a juicier alternative to breasts.
Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for 3–4 days or can be frozen for up to 3 months.