Description
Tender chicken slow-cooked in a sweet and tangy apricot sauce, perfectly suited to be served over rice or noodles for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 chicken thighs or breasts
Sauce
- 1 cup apricot preserves
- ½ cup French dressing or Russian dressing
- 1 packet onion soup mix (approx. 1 oz)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Place the chicken thighs or breasts evenly in the bottom of the slow cooker, arranging them in a single layer if possible.
- Make Sauce: In a separate bowl, combine the apricot preserves, French or Russian dressing, onion soup mix, and soy sauce. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Combine and Cook: Pour the prepared apricot sauce evenly over the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on the low setting for 6 to 7 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Serve: Once cooked, serve the chicken hot with the sauce spooned over it. This dish goes well with rice or noodles to soak up the flavorful sauce.
Notes
- Add carrots or potatoes to the slow cooker for a complete meal.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or sprinkle sesame seeds on top for added flavor and presentation.
- Using chicken thighs provides more moisture and flavor; breasts can be used for a leaner option.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
