Honey Glazed Apple Chicken Recipe (Slow Cooker)
Sweet, savory, and full of cozy fall flavor—this Honey Glazed Apple Chicken is made right in the slow cooker, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Juicy chicken simmers with fresh apples, honey, and warm spices for a comforting meal the whole family will love—with hardly any hands-on time! 🍎🍯
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 cup apple juice
- 1 cup soy sauce
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dried parsley
- 1/4 cup honey
🔄 Optional Thickening Slurry (for the last 45 minutes)
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water or sauce from crockpot
Instructions
Combine Ingredients:
- In your crockpot, add the chicken, applesauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, pepper, garlic powder, and parsley. Stir to coat the chicken well.
Cook Low & Slow:
- Cook on low for 6–8 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until chicken is tender and easily shreddable.
Thicken the Sauce (last 45 minutes):
- In a small bowl, mix 3 tablespoons of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water or sauce from the crockpot. Stir until smooth, then pour it into the crockpot and gently mix.
Finish Cooking:
- Let the sauce thicken with the lid slightly off for the final 30–45 minutes of cooking.
Serve:
- Shred or slice the chicken if desired, and serve over hot, fluffy white rice. Spoon extra sauce on top—don’t skip it!
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Notes
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Nutrition
Calories: 222kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 21gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 2207mgPotassium: 428mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 13IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 2mg
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