Description
Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken is a tender, flavorful dish that combines the richness of balsamic vinegar with juicy chicken. Perfect for busy nights and easy to prepare, this recipe will become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and mince the garlic.
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker and sprinkle minced garlic on top.
- In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well coated.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Serve shredded or whole with sauce poured over; enjoy with rice or salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For added texture, sear the chicken before placing it in the slow cooker. - Substitute chicken thighs for breasts or add vegetables like carrots and bell peppers for extra nutrition.