Best 5 Crock Pot Apple Chicken Recipes

Indulge in the delectable flavors of fall with our Crock-Pot Apple Chicken recipe. This hearty and comforting dish combines tender chicken, sweet and tangy apples, and a medley of aromatic spices, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

In this culinary journey, we'll guide you through three variations of this classic recipe, each offering a unique twist on the original. From the classic Crock-Pot Apple Chicken, brimming with the essence of fall, to the zesty and tangy Crock-Pot Apple Chicken with Honey Mustard, and the irresistibly creamy Crock-Pot Apple Chicken with Cream Cheese, you'll discover a range of flavors that cater to every palate.

So, gather your ingredients, prepare your slow cooker, and embark on a culinary adventure that promises to warm your heart and fill your home with the irresistible aromas of autumn.

Let's cook with our recipes!

AUTUMN APPLE CHICKEN

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I'd just been apple picking and wanted to bake something new with the bounty. I decided on apple chicken by throwing them in the slow cooker with some barbecue sauce. The dish fills my whole house with the most delicious smell. -Caitlyn Hauser, Brookline, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 3h50m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 tablespoon canola oil
4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1-1/2 pounds), skin removed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 medium Fuji or Gala apples, coarsely chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/3 cup barbecue sauce
1/4 cup apple cider or juice
1 tablespoon honey

Steps:

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Brown chicken thighs on both sides; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker; top with apples., Add onion to same skillet; cook and stir over medium heat 2-3 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in barbecue sauce, apple cider and honey; increase heat to medium-high. Cook 1 minute, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Pour over chicken and apples. Cook, covered, on low 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 hours or until chicken is tender.Freeze option: Freeze cooled chicken mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a covered saucepan, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 456mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN AND APPLES

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An easy slow cooker recipe for chicken. Just place an apple inside the chicken, add apple juice, salt and pepper, and you've got moist chicken for dinner.

Provided by Lori Balter-Alvarado

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Whole Chicken Recipes

Time 4h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (3 1/2) pound fryer chicken
1 apple
1 cup apple juice
aluminum foil

Steps:

Sprinkle salt and pepper all over the inside of the chicken. Put the whole apple inside the chicken cavity and place chicken into a slow cooker, breast-side down. Pour apple juice around chicken.
Cook on Low until chicken is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, 4 to 6 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone, should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove from the slow cooker, cover with a doubled sheet of aluminum foil, and allow to rest in a warm area for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.3 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 71.8 mg, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 93.6 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN WITH ROSEMARY, APPLES AND ONIONS

Slow Cooker Chicken with Rosemary, Apples and Onions image

Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 4h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 cups sliced onions
2 apples, peeled, cored and sliced
2 pounds cut up chicken pieces (with bone), with or without skin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary leaves
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup cream of celery soup
2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)

Steps:

Arrange onion and apple slices in bottom of slow cooker. Place chicken pieces on top and season all over with salt and black pepper. Sprinkle rosemary over chicken.
In a medium bowl, whisk together chicken broth and soup. Pour mixture over chicken.
Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours.
Serve chicken, sauce, apples, and onions over rice.

CROCK-POT APPLE CHICKEN

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This was a tossed together recipe without much measuring. You can change the amount of seasonings to suit your taste.

Provided by Marissa Summers

Categories Chicken

Time 3h

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 pkg chicken breast halves, skinless and boneless
4 medium apples (any type)
1/2 small sweet yellow onion
2 pinch rosemary, dried
1 Tbsp cinnamon
1 Tbsp sugar
1 c apple cider vinegar
1 Tbsp tony chachere's seasoning
3 c water
1 Tbsp garlic powder

Steps:

1. Cut the apples into slices without core. Set aside.
2. Mix apple cider vinegar and water in bottom of empty crock-pot.
3. Arrange the chicken breasts (you can use chicken thighs, legs, etc..also) in the bottom of crock-pot. Arrange the apple slices around and on top of chicken.
4. Cut up 1/2 onion into small pieces. Place in crock-pot around chicken.
5. Sprinkle all other seasonings over chicken and apples. Cover and cook on low heat until chicken pulls apart easily and liquid is brown.

CROCK POT APPLE CHICKEN STEW (LOW FAT)

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Make and share this Crock Pot Apple Chicken Stew (Low Fat) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories Stew

Time 4h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

4 medium potatoes, cubed
4 medium carrots, cut in 1/4 inch slices
1 medium red onion, halved and sliced
1 celery rib, thinly sliced
1 1/2 teaspoons salt, to taste
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
pepper
1/2 teaspoon caraway seed
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
2 tablespoons oil
2 large tart apples, peeled and cubed (you may use 3 or even 4 apples if desired)
1 1/4 cups apple cider
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 bay leaf

Steps:

In a slow cooker, layer potatoes, carrots, onion and celery.
Combine salt, thyme, pepper and caraway; sprinkle half over veggies.
In a skillet, saute the chicken cubes in oil, until browned; transfer to a slow cooker.
Top with apple.
Combine the apple cider and vinegar; pour over chicken and apple.
Sprinkle with remaining salt mixture.
Top with bay leaf.
Cover, and cook on high for 4-5 hours, or until veggies are tender, and chicken is cooked.
Remove the bay leaf.
Stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.6, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 87.8, Sodium 723.2, Carbohydrate 40.7, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 11.2, Protein 38.6

Tips:

For a sweeter chicken dish, use 1/2 cup brown sugar instead of 1/4 cup.
If you don't have apple cider vinegar, you can substitute white vinegar.
Add a teaspoon of ground cinnamon or nutmeg to the slow cooker for extra flavor.
Serve the chicken and apples over rice, mashed potatoes, or noodles.
Garnish with fresh parsley or chives before serving.

Conclusion:

This easy crock-pot apple chicken recipe is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the apples add a sweet and tangy flavor. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a delicious and healthy meal that the whole family will love. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish for a potluck, this crock-pot apple chicken recipe is sure to be a hit.