Crockpot Apricot Chicken
This sweet and savory slow cooker chicken is an incredibly easy dinner that the whole family will love.
recipesbynani.comI am so excited to share this recipe as part of our milestone 100th meal plan. Apricot chicken has become a staple in my kitchen because it is simple, comforting, and packs so much flavor into a busy weeknight meal.
All you need is four simple ingredients to make this dish. Just toss everything into your slow cooker and let it work its magic while you go about your day. It is the perfect set it and forget it meal for when life gets a little hectic.
🧺 Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup apricot preserves
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- 1/2 cup Catalina or French dressing
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Place the chicken breasts into the bottom of your slow cooker.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the apricot preserves, the dry onion soup mix, and the salad dressing.
- 3
Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken, making sure each piece is well coated.
- 4
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- 5
Serve the chicken warm over rice or mashed potatoes with plenty of the extra glaze spooned on top.
💡 Tips
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. This dish tastes even better the next day once the flavors have had more time to meld together.
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