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4 Ingredient Crock Pot Chicken Recipe

This incredibly simple 4-ingredient crock pot chicken recipe is a family favorite! Fall-apart tender chicken simmered in a sweet and savory sauce made with just maple syrup, soy sauce, and whole cranberry sauce. Perfect served over rice, this versatile recipe is easily customizable with your favorite herbs, spices, garlic, and onion. Get ready for a quick, easy, and unbelievably flavorful weeknight meal!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 185 mins
Calories 639.3 kcal
Protein 64g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
4 Ingredient Crock Pot Chicken

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Ingredients for 4 Ingredient Crock Pot Chicken

  • Chicken Drumsticks
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • Soy Sauce
  • Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce

How to Make 4 Ingredient Crock Pot Chicken

  1. Place 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts in your crock pot.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup maple syrup, 1/4 cup soy sauce, and 1 (14 ounce) can whole cranberry sauce.
  3. Pour the maple syrup, soy sauce, and cranberry sauce mixture evenly over the chicken.
  4. Cook on high for 1 hour.
  5. Reduce to low and cook for another 3-4 hours, or until chicken is cooked through and easily shreds with a fork.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

90 g

Sugar

367g

Fat

17g

Carbs

33g

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