Honey Mustard Chicken
This tender, juicy chicken is slow-cooked in a rich and creamy honey mustard sauce made with pantry staples. The perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and herby flavors!
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 3 tbsp honey
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
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Sear the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering (about 1–2 minutes). Season the chicken thighs with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Place them skin-side down in the pan and sear for 4–5 minutes, until golden and the skin releases easily. -
Make the Sauce
In the bowl of your slow cooker, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, heavy cream, cream cheese, and rosemary until smooth. -
Cook the Chicken
Place the seared chicken thighs into the slow cooker, skin side up. Cover and cook on HIGH for 2–3 hours or LOW for 5–6 hours, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). -
Thicken the Sauce
Remove the cooked chicken and set aside. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to form a slurry. Stir it into the sauce in the slow cooker, cover again, and let it cook for another 5–10 minutes until thickened. -
Serve
Return the chicken to the slow cooker or plate it directly. Spoon the thickened honey mustard sauce over the top, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve immediately.
- Pro Tip from Foodicious Recipes
For extra flavor, sear the chicken until deeply golden before adding it to the slow cooker. Also, use the leftover juices in the pan to deglaze and add that into the sauce—it enhances the depth and richness of the final dish.
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