Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken

This Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken Recipe is the perfect busy weeknight meal. It has simple ingredients that you probably already have. The combination of the ingredients make this simple dish so flavorful.

My family loves any recipe with balsamic such Grilled Balsamic Glazed Chicken and Balsamic Chicken – Easy Skillet Chicken Recipe and we can even eat it by the spoonful. So slowly cooking my chicken in the crock pot with the balsamic sauce makes it the most flavorful, tender chicken you have ever eaten.

Why You’ll Love Crock Pot Balsamic Chicken

This Crock pot Chicken recipe is simply amazing. I love being able to just sit back and have the slow cooker do all the work!

Making chicken in the crock pot can get boring, but adding in balsamic vinegar and a can of diced tomatoes will makes this meal come together. The sweet and tangy sauce really helps jazz up boring chicken.

The sauce thickens into a spoonable glaze, perfect for drizzling over veggies, rice, or mashed potatoes. Minimal prep, family-friendly flavor, and leftovers that taste even better the next day!

Ingredients

• Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts – You can use frozen chicken breast. bone-in Chicken thighs work great too.
• Diced Tomatoes – We have even added in a can of Rotel for extra flavor
• Balsamic Vinegar – Adds bold, sweet and tangy flavor to the chicken
• Onion – Slice the onion to add flavor
• Italian Seasoning – Learn how to make Homemade Italian Seasoning Recipe
• Garlic Salt – See The Best Garlic Salt Substitute

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How to Make Balsamic Chicken Slow Cooker Recipe

Step 1 – Grease Crock Pot – It is important to swirl a little bit of olive oil in the bottom of the crockpot.

Step 2 – Add Chicken Breast – Place chicken breasts in the bottom of crockpot.

Step 3 – Add onion slices – I usually chop or slice my onion before adding to the crock pot

Step 4 – Season the Chicken – Season the chicken with Garlic, Salt and pepper and Italian Seasoning

Step 5 – Don’t forget the Tomatoes – Add in the can of tomatoes. You can use crushed tomatoes if you prefer.

Step 6 – Add in the Balsamic – Pour Balsamic vinegar over it all

Step 7 – Cover and Cook – Cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours or cook on high for 4 hours. Cooking time will vary.

Variation Ideas

• Tomatoes – Instead of using diced tomatoes, you can use crushed tomatoes. I have even added a can of diced can of green chiles.
• Fresh Herbs – Sometimes I will also sprinkle 1 tsp of fresh parsley, oregano, thyme and rosemary over the balsamic chicken for added flavor.
• Spicy – For a hint of spice stir in canned chipotle pepper or 1 tsp of red pepper flakes.

Serving Ideas

There are many sides that you can serve with this easy balsamic chicken recipe. These are some of our favorites.

• Vegetables – My family enjoys this most served with pasta topped with parmesan cheese with a side of green beans to make it a complete meal. Any type would work. Use what you have. Another favorite side is some mashed potatoes and a side of roasted broccoli.
• Low Carb – If you are watching your carbs, you can always serve this chicken over some zucchini noodles for a healthier option. Crockpot Spaghetti Squash Recipe is another great option.
• Make a Sandwich – This Balsamic chicken also makes a great sandwich. We like serving it on some hoagies for a quick lunch.
• Serve it as a wrap – Place the chicken the chicken in a tortilla for an easy lunch idea.
• Add Veggies to the Slow Cooker – You can add in baby carrots, green beans and make it a dinner in one pot. It’s a great way to pack in extra veggies. Also cut up some potatoes to add to your crock pot. The flavor from the balsamic mixture makes the veggies taste so delicious. They are just packed with amazing flavor.