Sweet and Savory Slow Cooker Chicken
Indulge in the mouthwatering aroma of our Sweet and Savory Slow Cooker Chicken as it slowly simmers to perfection. This delightful recipe marries the sweetness of brown sugar with the tangy kick of vinegar and lemon-lime pop, complementing the succulent flavors of tender chicken breast infused with garlic and soy sauce. Ideal for any occasion, this dish can be served over rice or paired with steamed vegetables. Want to mix it up? Try slicing the cooked chicken into strips and tossing it with a medley of stir-fry veggies for a fresh twist on a classic stir-fry.
4-6
Servings
300-450 kcal
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
boneless skinless chicken breasts
4 (large, cut in half)
brown sugar
1 cup (packed)
vinegar
2/3 cup (none)
Sprite
1/4 cup (or any lemon-lime pop)
garlic cloves
3-4 (minced)
soy sauce
2 tablespoons (none)
pepper
1 teaspoon (freshly ground)
Instructions
1
Arrange the halved boneless skinless chicken breasts in the bottom of a crock pot.
2
In a mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, vinegar, Sprite, minced garlic cloves, soy sauce, and pepper to create a savory-sweet marinade.
3
Pour the marinade evenly over the chicken breasts, ensuring that each piece is well coated.
4
Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook the mixture on high heat for 3 to 3 1/2 hours until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
5
After cooking, carefully remove the chicken from the crock pot and transfer it to a serving dish.
6
To thicken the sauce, mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with some of the sauce in a separate bowl until smooth, then incorporate it back into the rest of the sauce. Allow it to continue cooking until it reaches the desired thickness.
7
Drizzle the thickened sauce over the chicken or serve it on the side, allowing each diner to customize their meal.
8
Serve the dish over a bed of cooked rice for a hearty meal, and enjoy the delicious combination of flavors.
Nutrition Information
3-5 g
Fat
42-63 g
Carbs
27-40 g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sweet and Savory Slow Cooker Chicken?
It is a flavorful dish featuring chicken breasts simmered in a marinade of brown sugar, vinegar, lemon-lime pop, garlic, and soy sauce.
What are the main ingredients for the marinade?
The marinade consists of brown sugar, vinegar, Sprite (or lemon-lime pop), minced garlic, soy sauce, and freshly ground pepper.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe is designed to provide 4 to 6 servings.
What type of chicken should I use?
The recipe calls for 4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut in half.
How long does the chicken cook in the slow cooker?
Cook the chicken on high heat for 3 to 3 1/2 hours until it is fully cooked and tender.
Can I use a different soda besides Sprite?
Yes, you can use any brand of lemon-lime pop as a substitute for Sprite.
How do I thicken the sauce?
Mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with some of the sauce in a separate bowl until smooth, then stir it back into the pot and cook until thick.
What can I serve with this chicken?
It is delicious served over a bed of cooked rice or paired with steamed vegetables.
Can I turn this recipe into a stir-fry?
Yes, you can slice the cooked chicken into strips and toss it with a medley of stir-fry vegetables for a fresh twist.
How much brown sugar is required?
The recipe uses 1 cup of packed brown sugar.
How much vinegar is in the sauce?
The recipe requires 2/3 cup of vinegar.
How many garlic cloves are used?
You will need 3 to 4 minced garlic cloves.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 300 to 450 kcal.
Is this recipe low in fat?
Yes, it is relatively low in fat, containing only 3 to 5 grams per serving.
How much protein is in each serving?
Each serving provides between 27 and 40 grams of protein.
What is the carbohydrate content?
The recipe contains approximately 42 to 63 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the first step of the instructions?
Arrange the halved boneless skinless chicken breasts in the bottom of a crock pot.
How should the marinade be applied?
Pour the marinade evenly over the chicken breasts to ensure each piece is well coated.
Is the pepper supposed to be ground?
Yes, the recipe specifies 1 teaspoon of freshly ground pepper.
How should the chicken be transferred after cooking?
Carefully remove the chicken from the crock pot and transfer it to a serving dish before thickening the sauce.
Can I serve the sauce on the side?
Yes, you can either drizzle the thickened sauce over the chicken or serve it on the side for customization.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include slow cooker, chicken, sweet and savory, easy, crock pot, weeknight dinner, and quick preparation.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are a total of 7 ingredients.
Does the recipe use soy sauce?
Yes, the recipe uses 2 tablespoons of soy sauce.
How is the garlic prepared?
The garlic cloves should be minced before being added to the mixing bowl.
Is this a good weeknight dinner option?
Absolutely, it is tagged as a weeknight dinner and features quick preparation.
Should the crock pot be covered during cooking?
Yes, cover the crock pot with its lid to ensure proper cooking.
What texture should the chicken have?
The chicken should be succulent and tender after the 3 to 3.5 hour cooking period.
Is there any salt added to the recipe?
The recipe does not list extra salt, as sodium is provided by the soy sauce.
How much cornstarch is needed for thickening?
The instructions recommend using one tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with a bit of the sauce.