On a day that runs long, a Crockpot Honey Chipotle Chicken waiting in the crockpot honey chipotle chicken is the easiest way I know to get a real meal on the table. The 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts and 1/2 cup honey come out gentle and ready without much attention.
Ideal for those looking for convenient Crockpot recipes, this dish requires minimal prep time and can be served in various ways, such as in tacos, salads, or over rice.
Easy Slow Cooker Honey Chipotle Chicken
This recipe features chicken breasts cooked in a blend of honey, chipotle peppers, and spices, creating a deliciously sweet and smoky flavor. The cooking time is approximately 6 hours on low, serving 4-6 people.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2-3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
- 1 tablespoon adobo sauce from the chipotle can
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, mix together honey, minced chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add Chicken to Crockpot: Place the chicken breasts in the Crockpot and pour the honey chipotle sauce over them, ensuring they are well coated.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the Crockpot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the sauce and stir to combine.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired, and serve in tacos, on rice, or in salads.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4-6 servings
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
I like to set this Crockpot Honey Chipotle Chicken going before I leave and come back to the whole kitchen smelling of 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts and 1/2 cup honey. It tastes even better once it has sat for a few minutes off the heat.
