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Crockpot Apple Chicken Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A flavorful and easy crockpot dish combining tender chicken with sweet and tart apples, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
  • 2 pieces apples (, sliced Honeycrisp for sweetness, Granny Smith for tartness)
  • 1 small onion (, sliced)
  • 0.5 cup apple cider (or chicken broth)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon butter (optional, for extra richness)

Instructions 

  • Layer sliced apples and onions in the crockpot.
  • Place chicken on top of the apples and onions.
  • Whisk together cider, honey, mustard, cinnamon, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; pour over chicken.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours until tender.
  • Stir in butter, then serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or veggies.

Notes

Adding butter at the end enhances richness, but it's optional.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Apple, Chicken, Crockpot