Slow Cooker Chicken with Fig Jam and Goat Cheese
A delightful slow cooker dish featuring tender chicken breasts cooked with savory fig jam and creamy goat cheese, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs or 680 g)
- 1 cup fig jam
- 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a small skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- In the slow cooker, place the seasoned chicken breasts. Pour the sautéed garlic over them, followed by the balsamic vinegar and fig jam. Sprinkle the thyme on top.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low heat for 4-6 hours or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
- About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle the crumbled goat cheese over the chicken and cover to allow it to melt.
Serving
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the slow cooker, drizzle with fig jam sauce, and serve warm, garnished with additional thyme if desired.
Notes
Serve with roasted vegetables, a fresh salad, quinoa, or a side of crusty bread. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 14g