This Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken recipe is a perfect choice for a hassle-free and flavorful meal. The chicken cooks slowly in a tangy and sweet balsamic sauce, resulting in tender and juicy meat with a rich glaze. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can have a restaurant-quality dish ready to serve. The combination of balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic, and herbs creates a fantastic flavor profile that will impress your family and guests. Serve the chicken with roasted vegetables or over a bed of fluffy rice for a complete and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Directions
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, honey, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the balsamic mixture over the chicken, making sure to coat each piece evenly.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 hours or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and set it aside.
- Transfer the remaining sauce from the slow cooker to a saucepan.
- Simmer the sauce over medium heat for about 5 minutes or until it thickens slightly.
- While the sauce is simmering, shred the cooked chicken using two forks.
- Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and pour the thickened sauce over it. Stir well to coat the chicken evenly with the sauce.
- Cover the slow cooker again and cook on low for an additional 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve the Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken hot with your choice of side dishes.
Interesting Facts
Balsamic vinegar is known for its natural sweetness and rich flavor, which adds depth to the chicken in this recipe.
Using a slow cooker allows the chicken to cook slowly and retain its moisture, resulting in tender and juicy meat.
This dish is a versatile option for meal planning, as it can be served with a variety of side dishes such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or pasta.