Crockpot honey mustard chicken slow-cooks chicken in a whisked honey-Dijon-garlic sauce poured directly over the top, ready in about 5 hours mostly hands-off. Combining smooth Dijon with the optional whole grain mustard, rather than using one or the other, gives the sauce both a smooth tang and visible mustard seed texture.
Crockpot Honey Mustard Chicken
Ingredients
- 700 g boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/3 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp whole grain mustard (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional for serving:
- Fresh parsley
- Cooked rice or potatoes
Instructions
- Place chicken in the crockpot and season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, garlic, and olive oil.
- Pour sauce evenly over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours until chicken is tender.
- Spoon sauce over chicken before serving.
- Garnish with parsley if desired and serve warm.
Recipe Notes
- • Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
- • Add carrots or potatoes to cook alongside the chicken.
- • Leftovers are great for meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size
- 1 plate
- Calories
- 440
- Sugar
- 22g
- Sodium
- 620mg
- Fat
- 14g
- Saturated Fat
- 3g
- Unsaturated Fat
- 9g
- Trans Fat
- 0g
- Carbohydrates
- 26g
- Fiber
- 1g
- Protein
- 42g
- Cholesterol
- 115mg
Why you'll love this
- Whisking the honey, mustards, garlic, and olive oil together before pouring it over the chicken, rather than adding each separately, means the sauce is already emulsified and coats evenly from the start of cooking.
- The short 10-minute prep works because there's no searing step - the sauce and the slow cooker's heat do all the work of building flavor over the multi-hour cook.
Tips for the best result
- Spoon the sauce back over the chicken before serving, as the instructions specify, since it settles at the bottom of the crockpot during cooking.
- Add carrots or potatoes to cook alongside the chicken, per the recipe's own notes, if you want a more complete one-pot meal in the same cook time.
Troubleshooting
The sauce looks separated instead of glossy.
This can happen if the sauce wasn't fully whisked together before pouring, or if the crockpot ran hotter than expected. Whisk thoroughly before adding it to the chicken next time.
The dish tastes too tangy or too sweet.
Adjust the ratio of honey to mustard slightly next time to suit your taste, since the recipe's amounts are a solid starting point but can be nudged in either direction.
Sauce seems too thin after cooking.
there’s a simple fix for that runny consistency. Remove the chicken and switch the crockpot to high. Mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water, then stir this slurry into the sauce. Cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes until thickened.
The recipe's own notes say leftovers are great for meal prep.
The recipe's own notes suggest rice or potatoes alongside, garnished with fresh parsley.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use chicken breasts instead of thighs for Crockpot Honey Mustard Chicken?
Yes! Chicken breasts work well but cook faster than thighs. Check for doneness at the 3-hour mark on low to prevent them from becoming dry.
What type of mustard works best in this recipe?
Dijon provides the best flavor depth, but you can also use whole grain for texture or a blend of both. Regular yellow mustard lacks complexity for this dish.
Can I make this recipe ahead of time?
Absolutely! Prepare it up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate. The flavors actually improve with time, making this perfect for meal prep.
How can I thicken the sauce if it’s too thin?
Remove the chicken and add a cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water) to the sauce. Cook on high for 15 minutes.
What sides pair well with honey mustard chicken?
Mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread work wonderfully to soak up the sauce. Add steamed vegetables or a crisp salad to balance the meal.
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