Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken, where tender chicken breasts simmer in a rich balsamic glaze infused with garlic and herbs. This effortless dish transforms ordinary weeknight dinners into extraordinary family feasts, delivering an explosion of flavor that will leave everyone asking for more. Perfectly paired with rice or pasta, this recipe is your go-to for cozy gatherings or busy days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups vegetables (carrots or bell peppers, optional)
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over it, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
- Add optional vegetables if using.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Shred chicken directly in the pot using two forks and stir before serving over rice or pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg