Slow Cooker Rosemary Dijon Chicken Recipe
This Slow Cooker Rosemary Dijon Chicken recipe offers a flavorful and tender chicken dish infused with the tangy taste of Dijon mustard and aromatic rosemary. Perfect for a comforting family meal, it can be prepared using a slow cooker for a hands-off approach or an Instant Pot for quicker results, delivering juicy, well-seasoned chicken every time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Chicken
- 3 pounds chicken, any cut
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon oil (for Instant Pot only)
Sauce
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season the chicken pieces generously with salt and pepper to enhance flavor. Place the seasoned chicken into the slow cooker or prepare for instant pot cooking.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine chicken broth, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, dried rosemary, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly to create a smooth sauce.
- Slow Cooker Method: Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours, or on LOW for 4 to 6 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Instant Pot Sauté (Skin-on Chicken Only): Turn the Instant Pot to sauté mode and add the oil. Once hot, add the chicken skin side down and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side to crisp the skin. Skip this step if using skinless chicken.
- Add Sauce in Instant Pot: After sautéing, pour the prepared sauce over the chicken inside the Instant Pot.
- Pressure Cook: Close the Instant Pot lid and seal the vent. Select high pressure and set the timer for 13 minutes. When the cooking time is complete, perform a quick release of the pressure.
- Serve: Once cooking is done, check the chicken for doneness and serve hot with your preferred side dishes.
Notes
- You can use any cut of chicken such as thighs, breasts, or drumsticks depending on your preference.
- For crisper skin on chicken, sear skin side down in the Instant Pot using the sauté function before pressure cooking.
- If slow cooking, make sure not to overcook to avoid drying out the chicken.
- Adjust salt and pepper in the sauce according to taste or dietary needs.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
