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Slow Cooker Chicken with Fig Jam

Slow Cooker Chicken with Fig Jam: Effortless Elegance at Home

An enchanting Slow Cooker Chicken with Fig Jam, combining tender chicken, sweet fig jam, and creamy goat cheese for a gluten-free showstopper.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Cheese Melting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 330
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Tender and juicy; can substitute with turkey.
  • to taste Salt Essential for basic seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for basic seasoning.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Fig Jam Can substitute with apricot or raspberry jam.
  • 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar Can substitute with red wine vinegar.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For sautéing garlic; any neutral oil can be used.
For the Flavors
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh is preferable; garlic powder can be used in a pinch.
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh Thyme Can substitute with rosemary or Italian seasoning.
For the Creaminess
  • 4 ounces Goat Cheese Can substitute with feta or blue cheese.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • skillet
  • tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then lay them on a plate.
  2. Sauté Garlic: Heat olive oil in a skillet, add minced garlic, and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Set Up Slow Cooker: Place seasoned chicken in slow cooker, pour in sautéed garlic, balsamic vinegar, and fig jam, then add fresh thyme.
  4. Cook: Cover slow cooker and cook on low for 4-6 hours until chicken reaches 165°F.
  5. Add Goat Cheese: 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle goat cheese over chicken.
  6. Serve: Remove chicken from slow cooker and drizzle with remaining sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 330kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, verify the fig jam label for gluten if needed. Enhance presentation by drizzling balsamic reduction over the chicken before serving.

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