Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken in the Slow Cooker
Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken in the Slow Cooker is a family favorite that’s ready in just 4 hours. The creamy sauce is irresistible, and it’s better than takeout. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping the chicken from drying out. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli and Easy Classic Split Pea Soup Recipe for Cozy Dinners.
Why This Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken in the Slow Cooker Is Pure Comfort
- The creamy sauce is out of this world.
- It's ready in just 4 hours.
- Better than takeout and family-friendly.
- Easy cleanup with the slow cooker.
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.
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup honey
- 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
📝 Ingredient Notes
- chicken breasts: You can also use thighs if you prefer darker meat.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Slow Cooker — Cooks food evenly and keeps it warm until ready to serve. → See on Amazon
- Meat Thermometer — Ensures chicken is cooked to a safe temperature. → See on Amazon
How to Make Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken in the Slow Cooker
- Step 1: Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix together honey, mustard, soup, broth, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Pour over chicken.
- Step 3: Cook on low for 4 hours or on high for 2 hours.
- Step 4: Remove chicken from slow cooker and shred. Return to slow cooker and mix with sauce. Serve with chopped parsley.
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. Use a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Tip: For a thicker sauce, mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 1 tbsp water and stir into the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Tip: For a spicy version, add 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper to the sauce.
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 in the fridge for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the sauce and chicken the night before. Store in the fridge until ready to cook.
Freezing Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken in the Slow Cooker
Freeze leftovers 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 (180°C) for 15-20 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a healthier version, use Greek yogurt instead of cream of chicken soup.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the chicken broth with chicken stock or even water.
- Make-ahead: This recipe can be made ahead and reheated when ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thin, mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 1 tbsp water and stir into the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
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Creamy Honey Mustard Chicken in the Slow Cooker
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup honey
- 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Seasonings
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1: Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix together honey, mustard, soup, broth, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Pour over chicken.
- Step 3: Cook on low for 4 hours or on high for 2 hours.
- Step 4: Remove chicken from slow cooker and shred. Return to slow cooker and mix with sauce. Serve with chopped parsley.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a healthier version, use Greek yogurt instead of cream of chicken soup.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the chicken broth with chicken stock or even water.
- Make-ahead: This recipe can be made ahead and reheated when ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thin, mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 1 tbsp water and stir into the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Make ahead: You can prepare the sauce and chicken the night before. Store in the fridge until ready to cook.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 45g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 45g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 120mg
- Sat. Fat: 2.5g
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 sauce and chicken the night before. Store in the fridge until ready to cook.
Overcooking is the most common reason for dry chicken. Use a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 165°F (74°C).
Yes, freeze leftovers for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Yes, cook on high pressure for 10 minutes with a 10-minute natural release.
This goes great with Easy Lemon Butter Salmon with Crispy Potatoes and Broccoli or Easy Classic Split Pea Soup Recipe for Cozy Dinners.
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!
