Crockpot Chicken with Apples and Honey for Cozy Fall Nights

This easy Crockpot Chicken with Apples and Honey combines sweet and savory flavors for a perfect fall dish.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 2

Total Time 2 15

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

3 pounds Chicken thighs recommended for ultimate tenderness

For the Sauce

0.5 cup Honey the star ingredient
1 cup Low-Sodium Chicken Broth essential for flavor
0.33 cup Unsweetened Applesauce adds body and richness
1 teaspoon Salt to season the chicken

For the Apples

1 large Apple or 2 small, diced

For Seasoning

1 teaspoon Cinnamon introduces warmth
0.5 teaspoon Cumin infuses earthy depth
0.25 teaspoon Pepper adds a hint of spice
0.25 teaspoon Onion Powder contributes to taste
0.25 teaspoon Garlic Powder enhances savory notes

Optional Cooking Addition

1 tablespoon Oil for browning if using an Instant Pot

Equipment

Crockpot
Instant Pot

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper and place into your slow cooker or Instant Pot.
In a bowl, whisk together chicken broth, honey, and applesauce. Add seasonings and mix well.
Pour the sauce over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are submerged.
Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or high for 1.5-2 hours, or in Instant Pot for 10-15 minutes.
Once done, shred chicken if desired and ladle sauce over the chicken and apples before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to mix and match based on your preferences, and enjoy the delightful simplicity of Crockpot Chicken with Apples and Honey.

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