This Slow Cooker Carrot Chicken recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. The combination of tender chicken and sweet carrots cooked in a flavorful sauce will leave your taste buds satisfied. The slow cooker does all the work for you, making this an easy and delicious meal to enjoy with your family.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 lb baby carrots
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
Directions
- Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Add carrots, onion, and garlic on top of the chicken.
- In a small bowl, mix together chicken broth, honey, soy sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Pour the mixture over the chicken and carrots.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 4-6 hours, or until chicken is cooked through and carrots are tender.
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the slow cooker and cook for an additional 30 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
- Serve the chicken and carrots hot, spooning the sauce over the top.
- Enjoy your delicious Slow Cooker Carrot Chicken!
Interesting Facts
Carrots are an excellent source of vitamin A and antioxidants, making this dish not only tasty but also nutritious.
Slow cooking helps to tenderize the chicken and infuse the flavors of the sauce into the meat and vegetables.