Description
Crockpot Chicken and Sweet Potatoes is a comforting, nutritious dish that features juicy chicken paired with tender sweet potatoes, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. With a delightful blend of flavors enhanced by garlic and a tangy honey-Dijon sauce, this meal is not only easy to prepare but also evokes the warmth of home cooking. Simply set it and forget it as your Crockpot works its magic, providing you with a satisfying dinner that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 2 cups)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by peeling and cubing the sweet potatoes, chopping the onion, and mincing the garlic.
- In your crockpot, layer the cubed sweet potatoes at the bottom followed by chopped onions and minced garlic.
- Place the chicken breasts on top of the vegetables, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
- In a bowl, whisk together chicken broth, Dijon mustard, and honey until well combined. Pour this mixture over the chicken and vegetables.
- Season generously with salt and pepper.
- Cover your crockpot and cook on low for about 6–8 hours or high for about 3–4 hours until everything is tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 245g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider searing the chicken before placing it in the crockpot.- Customize your dish by incorporating other vegetables like carrots or green beans.- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days; reheat with a splash of broth to retain moisture.