Cozy Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken
Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken is a cozy, hearty meal that’s better than takeout. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to getting that perfect creamy sauce. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Protein Pancakes with Cottage Cheese and Oats and Easy Roasted Rainbow Vegetables with Fresh Herbs.
Why This Cozy Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken Is Pure Comfort
- Creamy, tangy sauce that's out of this world
- So easy to make with just a few ingredients
- Better than takeout and way more affordable
- Perfect for busy weeknights and meal prepping
What You'll Need for Cozy Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Honey
- Dijon mustard
- Apple cider vinegar
- Chicken broth
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Paprika
- Optional: Green onions
- Optional: Sesame seeds
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Chicken breasts: You can also use boneless, skinless chicken thighs.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Slow cooker — Cooks chicken to perfection while you're away → See on Amazon
- Immersion blender — Blends the sauce right in the slow cooker for a smooth, creamy finish → See on Amazon
How to Make Cozy Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken
- Step 1: Season chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Step 2: Place chicken in slow cooker. In a bowl, mix honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and chicken broth. Pour over chicken.
- Step 3: Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Remove chicken and blend sauce until smooth. Return chicken to slow cooker to coat in sauce.
- Step 4: Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve over rice or noodles.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Cozy Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the chicken. It can become dry. If you're unsure, use a meat thermometer to check for 165°F internal temperature.
- Pro tip: For a thicker sauce, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stir into the sauce before blending.
- Pro tip: Add a splash of milk to the sauce for an extra creamy finish.
- Pro tip: For a spicy kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoning blend.
Storing & Reheating Cozy Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: You can make the sauce ahead of time and store it in the fridge until ready to use.
Freezing Cozy Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken
Freeze cooked chicken and sauce separately for up to 3 months.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a quicker cooking time, you can slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally before seasoning and cooking.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the chicken broth with chicken stock or even vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
- Make-ahead: You can prepare the chicken and sauce up to a day ahead. Cook just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If your sauce is too thin, you can thicken it by mixing 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stirring it into the sauce before blending.
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Cozy Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Honey
- Dijon mustard
- Apple cider vinegar
- Chicken broth
Seasonings
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Paprika
Optional Toppings
- Green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Season chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Step 2: Place chicken in slow cooker. In a bowl, mix honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and chicken broth. Pour over chicken.
- Step 3: Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Remove chicken and blend sauce until smooth. Return chicken to slow cooker to coat in sauce.
- Step 4: Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve over rice or noodles.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a quicker cooking time, you can slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally before seasoning and cooking.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the chicken broth with chicken stock or even vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
- Make-ahead: You can prepare the chicken and sauce up to a day ahead. Cook just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If your sauce is too thin, you can thicken it by mixing 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stirring it into the sauce before blending.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked chicken and sauce separately for up to 3 months.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
- Make ahead: You can make the sauce ahead of time and store it in the fridge until ready to use.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Cholesterol: 90mg
- Sat. Fat: 2g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Cozy Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the chicken and sauce up to a day ahead. Cook just before serving.
Overcooking can cause the chicken to become dry. Use a meat thermometer to check for 165°F internal temperature.
Yes, you can freeze cooked chicken and sauce separately for up to 3 months.
No, this recipe is best suited for the slow cooker. The air fryer may not cook the chicken evenly or give you the same creamy sauce.
You can substitute Dijon mustard with yellow mustard or even honey mustard for a milder flavor.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Cozy Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
