Savory Slow-Cooked Chicken (Printable Version)
Tender chicken slow-cooked with savory garlic, onion, soy, and honey blend, finished with fresh parsley.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Poultry
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
→ Vegetables
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1 large onion, sliced
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
→ Liquids and Sauces
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240 ml chicken broth
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80 ml soy sauce
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60 ml honey
→ Condiments and Spices
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
→ Oils and Thickeners
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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2 tablespoons water
# Guide to Cooking:
01 -
Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for approximately 3 minutes per side until golden brown, avoiding full cooking at this stage.
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Place sliced onions and minced garlic in the bottom of the crockpot to create a flavor foundation.
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Position the seared chicken breasts atop the onion and garlic layer.
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Whisk together chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, Dijon mustard, and dried thyme in a separate bowl. Pour this mixture over the chicken in the crockpot.
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Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
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Remove the cooked chicken from the crockpot and cover with aluminum foil to keep warm during sauce preparation.
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Combine cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the crockpot’s remaining liquid and cook on high for 10 to 15 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
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Plate the chicken and spoon the thickened sauce over the top. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Searing the chicken before slow cooking enhances flavor and texture without overcooking.