Savory Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken Recipe Makes Your Mouth Water (5 Ingredients) by Elisa Schmitz
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When I'm looking for easy, delicious dinner ideas, 30Seconds is my best source of inspiration. The latest example is this savory slow cooker balsamic chicken recipe. While reading this balsamic vinegar hacks article on 30Seconds, I remembered how much I love the balsamic vinegar, olive oil and garlic flavor combination. That led me to this balsamic vinegar and garlic slow cooker chicken recipe that makes your mouth water!
This savory slow cooker recipe is so moist and juicy. The flavorful aroma made our mouths water even before we took a single tasty bite! The savory chicken recipe is packed with protein (learn about the health benefits of protein), and the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar and garlic offer additional health benefits. Check out the health benefits of olive oil, the health benefits of balsamic vinegar and the health benefits of garlic.
To make this succulent slow cooker chicken recipe, you'll need to gather the following gluten-free ingredients: extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, oregano and boneless/skinless chicken breasts. You mix up the sauce in the slow cooker, coat the chicken in it, then cook it up on low for about six hours. You can shred the chicken (or not) before serving, if you like.
This tender chicken tastes amazing served over rice, pasta or potatoes, or alongside fresh vegetables or other simple side dishes. I served it over rice with a side of roasted broccoli and used the leftovers in sandwiches for lunch. It's wonderful stuffed into a pita! Such a great meal-planning recipe.
Cuisine: American / Italian
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours (on low)
Total Time: 6 hours and 5 minutes
Servings: 9
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 3 teaspoons minced garlic
- 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 1/2 pounds boneless/skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- salt and pepper, to taste, if desired (optional, but I used about a 1/2 teaspoon of each)
Here's how to make it:
- In your slow cooker, add the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic and oregano. Add the salt and pepper, if using. Stir to combine. (For the best flavor, use the best quality olive oil and balsamic that you can.)
- Add the chicken and ensure that it's coated in the sauce.
- Cover slow cooker with the lid and cook for about 6 hours on low. Chicken is done when it reaches 165 degrees F on a food thermometer.
- Stir to combine with the sauce.
- Serve chicken as is or feel free to shred it, if preferred. Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the microwave.
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