Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken With Spinach Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a slow cooker, combine chicken breasts, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
• STEP 2.Cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
• STEP 3.Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
• STEP 4.Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir in fresh spinach leaves.
• STEP 5.Cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the spinach wilts.
• STEP 6.Serve the honey mustard chicken with spinach over cooked rice or quinoa, and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the honey mustard sauce for a few hours before cooking.
• If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with water and stir it into the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
• Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms to the dish for added texture and flavor.

Storage and Serving

• Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the chicken and spinach in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.
• Serve the leftovers over a bed of fresh greens for a quick and healthy lunch.