Slow Cooker Autumn Delight: A Comforting and Flavorful Dish Perfect for Fall

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Slow Cooker Autumn Delight: A Comforting and Flavorful Dish Perfect for Fall
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
240 mins
Total Time:
260mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on January 28, 2024

Indulge in the flavors of fall with this Slow Cooker Autumn Delight recipe. Tender chicken, sweet potatoes, apples, and warm spices come together in a comforting and flavorful dish. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a cozy evening at home or for entertaining guests. Let your slow cooker do the work while you enjoy the enticing aroma that will fill your kitchen. With a preparation time of just 20 minutes, you can have a hearty and delicious meal ready to serve in a few hours.

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 2 apples, cored and sliced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

  1. Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
  4. Add the sweet potatoes and apples on top of the chicken.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and the sweet potatoes are tender.
  6. Gently remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir gently to combine with the sweet potatoes and apples.
  7. Serve the Slow Cooker Autumn Delight hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Interesting Facts

  • The combination of apples, sweet potatoes, and maple syrup gives this recipe a delightful fall flavor.
  • Using a slow cooker helps to infuse the flavors together and creates a tender and juicy chicken.
  • This dish is not only delicious but also a great source of vitamins and nutrients from the chicken, sweet potatoes, and apples.
  • The aroma of this dish while it cooks will make your home smell like a cozy autumn paradise.