Are you ready to transform your ordinary weeknight dinner into a mouthwatering culinary experience? This Crock Pot Mushroom Dijon Chicken is about to become your new obsession! Imagine tender, juicy chicken breasts slow-cooked to perfection, swimming in a rich, tangy Dijon sauce with perfectly sautéed mushrooms that will have your family begging for seconds. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, this recipe is a game-changer for busy home cooks who refuse to compromise on taste.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 6 hrs
Total Time: 6 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken breasts by patting them dry with paper towels and seasoning generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Slice mushrooms into even, medium-thick pieces to ensure consistent cooking and texture throughout the dish.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, chicken broth, and dried thyme until ingredients are thoroughly combined and smooth.
- Place the seasoned chicken breasts into the bottom of the crock pot, arranging them in a single layer without overcrowding.
- Spread the sliced mushrooms evenly over and around the chicken breasts.
- Pour the prepared Dijon mustard sauce mixture over the chicken and mushrooms, ensuring all pieces are well-coated.
- Cover the crock pot and set to low heat, cooking for 6 hours to allow flavors to meld and chicken to become tender and juicy.
- After cooking time is complete, check internal chicken temperature reaches 165°F using a meat thermometer for food safety.
- Optional: For a thicker sauce, remove chicken and mushrooms, then whisk cornstarch into remaining liquid to create a richer gravy.
- Serve hot, spooning extra sauce and mushrooms over the chicken breasts. Recommended side dishes include roasted vegetables or rice.
Tips
- For the most flavorful results, use fresh, high-quality Dijon mustard and pat your chicken breasts completely dry before seasoning.
- Don't overcrowd the crock pot - arrange chicken in a single layer to ensure even cooking and maximum sauce coverage.
- Use a meat thermometer to guarantee chicken reaches the safe internal temperature of 165°F, ensuring both safety and optimal tenderness.
- For a thicker, more luxurious sauce, whisk in a cornstarch slurry during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Consider using chicken thighs as an alternative to breasts for an even more succulent result - they're more forgiving during long, slow cooking.
- Fresh thyme can be substituted for dried if available, which will add an extra layer of aromatic flavor to the dish.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days, making this a perfect meal prep recipe.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 5g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 95mg
