Imagine a meal that transforms ordinary chicken into a mouthwatering masterpiece with minimal effort - welcome to the ultimate Slow Cooker Maple Dijon Glazed Chicken! This recipe is about to become your secret weapon for delivering restaurant-quality flavor straight from your kitchen. With just a few simple ingredients and your trusty slow cooker, you'll create a dish so deliciously tender and glazed that your family will think you've been secretly training as a professional chef.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 4 hrs
Total Time: 4 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker and brush the maple syrup glaze all over the chicken, making sure they are fully coated.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 hours or on high for 2 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, brush the chicken with the remaining glaze from the slow cooker.
- Continue to cook for the remaining 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Tips
- Use high-quality maple syrup for the most robust flavor - pure maple syrup works best.
- Ensure chicken breasts are roughly the same size for even cooking.
- Don't skip brushing the glaze midway through cooking - this builds layers of flavor and helps create a beautiful caramelized exterior.
- Use a meat thermometer to confirm the chicken reaches 165°F for food safety.
- Let the chicken rest after cooking to help retain its juices, ensuring maximum tenderness.
- If you prefer a thicker glaze, you can transfer the cooking liquid to a saucepan after cooking and reduce it over medium heat.
- Pair this dish with simple sides like roasted vegetables or rice to complement the rich, sweet-tangy glaze.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 290kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 95mg
