Slow Cooker Balsamic Glazed Chicken
Indulge in the rich, tangy flavors of slow cooker balsamic glazed chicken. This effortlessly tender dish combines juicy chicken breasts with a sweet-and-sour glaze that will fill your home with mouthwatering aromas. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, this recipe requires minimal prep and delivers maximum flavor—making it a family favorite you’ll turn to again and again.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, olive oil, and chicken broth to create the glaze.
- Place seasoned chicken in the slow cooker and pour the glaze over it.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks and mix it back into the sauce.
- Serve warm over rice or with roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 230g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, sear the chicken in a skillet before adding it to the slow cooker. Add orange juice for a citrus twist or substitute chicken with tofu for a plant-based option. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days or freeze for three months.