Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken in the Slow Cooker
Slow cooker honey mustard chicken is a family favorite that’s creamy, tangy, and better than takeout. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping it from drying out. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Crispy Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes and Easy Ginger Garlic Broth with Rice Noodles.
Why This Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken in the Slow Cooker Is Pure Comfort
- Easy, hands-off cooking
- Creamy, tangy sauce that's better than takeout
- Family-friendly and freezer-friendly
What You'll Need for Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken in the Slow Cooker
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- honey
- mustard
- Greek yogurt
- chicken broth
- garlic powder
- onion powder
- salt
- black pepper
- dried thyme
- Optional: fresh parsley
- Optional: crispy bacon
📝 Ingredient Notes
- chicken breasts: You can also use boneless, skinless chicken thighs.
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How to Make Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken in the Slow Cooker
- Step 1: Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme. Place in the slow cooker.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix together honey, mustard, Greek yogurt, and chicken broth. Pour over chicken.
- Step 3: Cook on low for 4 hours. Remove chicken, shred, and return to slow cooker. Stir in optional toppings.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken in the Slow Cooker
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the chicken. It can become dry. If your chicken is done early, remove it and let it rest while the sauce thickens.
- Pro tip: For extra crispy smashed potatoes, try my Crispy Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes recipe.
- Pro tip: Make it a meal by serving with Easy Ginger Garlic Broth with Rice Noodles.
Storing & Reheating Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken in the Slow Cooker
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the sauce and season the chicken the night before. Assemble in the morning and cook as directed.
Freezing Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken in the Slow Cooker
Freeze cooked chicken for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a thicker sauce, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stir it into the slow cooker 15 minutes before serving.
- Best substitution: Substitute the Greek yogurt with sour cream for a tangier sauce.
- Make-ahead: This recipe is perfect for meal prepping. Cook a big batch and portion it out for the week.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If your sauce is too thin, try cooking it on the stovetop over medium heat until it thickens.
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Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken in the Slow Cooker
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- honey
- mustard
- Greek yogurt
- chicken broth
Seasonings
- garlic powder
- onion powder
- salt
- black pepper
- dried thyme
Optional Toppings
- fresh parsley
- crispy bacon
Instructions
- Step 1: Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme. Place in the slow cooker.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix together honey, mustard, Greek yogurt, and chicken broth. Pour over chicken.
- Step 3: Cook on low for 4 hours. Remove chicken, shred, and return to slow cooker. Stir in optional toppings.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a thicker sauce, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stir it into the slow cooker 15 minutes before serving.
- Best substitution: Substitute the Greek yogurt with sour cream for a tangier sauce.
- Make-ahead: This recipe is perfect for meal prepping. Cook a big batch and portion it out for the week.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If your sauce is too thin, try cooking it on the stovetop over medium heat until it thickens.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked chicken for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
- Make ahead: You can prepare the sauce and season the chicken the night before. Assemble in the morning and cook as directed.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Cholesterol: 90mg
- Sat. Fat: 2g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken in the Slow Cooker FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the chicken and sauce up to 24 hours in advance. Store in the fridge until ready to cook.
Overcooking is the most common reason for dry chicken. Remove the chicken from the slow cooker once it's cooked through and let it rest while the sauce thickens.
Yes, you can freeze cooked chicken for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
While you can't cook it in the air fryer, you can crisp up the chicken after it's been cooked in the slow cooker. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 5-7 minutes.
Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes. This helps keep the chicken moist and the sauce creamy.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken in the Slow Cooker and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
