Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken

School started for the local kiddos this week, but it’s still hotter than blue blazes (that’s a Southern phrase I learned while growing up in Georgia; it means it’s too hot to cook in the kitchen). So, let’s try something that doesn’t cause a meltdown, shall we?

This dish is pretty simple – throw everything in the slow cooker and let it do the work. The balsamic vinegar plus the slow cooking results in a tangy chicken that’s falling apart when you try to pick it up; in fact, the original posting suggested shredding it before serving. I’ll add that in to the instructions. And the best part is you only need one pot to cook it (okay, there’s a second one for the egg noodles or rice or whatever sides you want… but the main dish is only one).

Adapted from The Magical Slow Cooker

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Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken

Author: miketriesanewrecipe Cooking Method: Slow Cooked Courses: Dinner, Entree/Main Course

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 5 mins Cook Time 8 hrs Total Time 8 hrs 5 mins

Servings: 6

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

A simple dinner thrown together in a slow cooker, freeing you up to focus on other things like staying cool. The balsamic vinegar gives this a tangy twist.

Adapted from The Magical Slow Cooker

Ingredients

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• 2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, thin-sliced (approx 6 pieces)
• 1 cup onion, sliced
• 1 can petite diced tomatoes, undrained (15 oz)
• ³⁄₄ cup balsamic vinegar
• ³⁄₄ cup chicken broth or stock
• 1 ¹⁄₂ tbsp minced garlic
• 1 ¹⁄₂ tbsp Italian seasoning
• 1 ¹⁄₂ tsp salt
• ³⁄₄ tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of a 6 quart or larger slow cooker. Top with sliced onion.

2. In a medium bowl, add all remaining ingredients and stir until well combined. Pour the mixture over the onions.

3. Cover and cook on Low for 6-8 hours or High for 3-4 hours. Remove chicken and stir sauce before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Serving Size 1 chicken breast (approx 5 1/2 oz) plus sauce

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 191kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 2.1g4%

Cholesterol 87mg29%

Sodium 860mg36%

Potassium 177mg6%

Total Carbohydrate 5.7g2%

Dietary Fiber 1.2g5%

Sugars 3.2g

Protein 35.9g72%

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Calcium 45 mg

Iron 1 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Notes

• Boneless skinless thighs can be substituted - use two thighs (approx. 3 oz each) per serving.
• Serving suggestions:
  • The chicken will be falling apart when serving. Expect to pick it out in pieces.
  • The chicken can be shredded and mixed back into the sauce before serving if desired
  • Serve over egg noodles (shown on the recipe photo), rice, or mashed potatoes

Keywords: Chicken, slow cooker, balsamic vinegar, tomatoes, onion, chicken broth, dinner