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Mouthwatering Crock Pot Balsamic Chicken is a savory and slightly sweet dish where tender chicken breasts are slow-cooked to perfection in a rich balsamic glaze.
Ever dreamt of coming home to a savory, fall-off-the-bone chicken dinner that whispers, “I made this just for you”? Welcome to the dazzling world of Crock Pot Balsamic Chicken! With just a handful of pantry staples and a few minutes of prep, you’ll be the hero of dinner time. Packed with flavor and ridiculously easy, this recipe will make you question why you ever did anything else with a chicken. Let’s dive into the succulent joyride!
Crock Pot Balsamic Chicken
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this Crock Pot Balsamic Chicken! This dish is where tender chicken meets a deliciously tangy balsamic glaze. It’s a style mashup that’ll make your taste buds do the Macarena. You’ll be back for seconds! Or thirds…
- Cooking method: Slow cooking
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 4 hours
- Cuisine type: Italian-American fusion
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Cooking Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of your Crock Pot. Make sure they’re not on top of each other. No chicken piggybacks allowed!
- In a bowl, mix together the balsamic vinegar, chicken broth, honey, dried basil, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and minced garlic. Stir it like you mean it!
- Pour the mixture over the chicken breasts. Give each breast a little extra love with the sauce.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours. DO NOT lift the lid. Don’t even think about it!
- After 4 hours, check if the chicken is tender enough to be shredded with a fork. If it is, it’s ready! If not, give it another 30 minutes to an hour.
- Remove the chicken breasts and shred them with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the Crock Pot.
- Stir the chicken until it’s well-coated with the sauce. Serve hot over rice, pasta, or your favorite veggie medley. Dance your way to the table!
Suggestions
- Alternative ingredients: Swap out chicken breasts for thighs if you prefer dark meat. For a vegan twist, use tofu or tempeh!
- Garnishing options: Fresh basil, grated Parmesan, or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for heat. It’s like adding sprinkles to your ice cream!
- Cooking tips: If you’re short on time, cook on high for 2 hours instead of low for 4. But be warned, we’re not responsible if your taste buds start a rebellion.
