Crockpot Maple Dijon Chicken With Butternut Squash
This cozy crockpot recipe combines tender chicken with sweet maple and tangy Dijon mustard, perfectly complemented by roasted butternut squash for a delicious and comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Place the cubed butternut squash in the bottom of the crockpot and drizzle with olive oil, tossing to coat evenly.
- Lay the chicken breasts on top of the squash.
- Pour the maple Dijon mixture over the chicken and add chicken broth around the edges.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 6-7 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and the squash is tender.
- Remove chicken and squash from the crockpot and serve warm, spooning some of the sauce over the top.
Notes
For extra flavor, garnish with fresh chopped parsley or a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.