Slow Cooker Chicken with Fig Jam and Goat Cheese Bliss

Experience the delightful flavors of Slow Cooker Chicken with Fig Jam and Goat Cheese, a dish that blends sweet and savory for a memorable meal.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 6

Total Time 6 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 425

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

For the Sauce

1 cup Fig Jam You can also use apricot or raspberry jam.
1 tbsp Olive Oil For sautéing.
3 cloves Garlic Minced; can substitute with garlic powder.
1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar

For the Finishing Touch

4 oz Goat Cheese Can substitute with feta or blue cheese.
1 tbsp Thyme Can substitute with rosemary or parsley.

Equipment

Slow Cooker

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Season the boneless, skinless chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper, then place in the slow cooker.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, then sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour the sautéed garlic over the chicken, then add balsamic vinegar and fig jam, ensuring an even coating.
Cover the slow cooker and set to low heat, cooking for 4-6 hours until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle crumbled goat cheese over the chicken, covering until melted.
Serve the chicken warm, drizzled with the fig sauce and garnished with fresh thyme.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 425kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 45gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 155mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 780mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Consider double-batching this dish for quick future meals, and feel free to customize the cheese and jam to your liking.

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