APRICOT CHICKEN FOR THE GOURMET CROCK POT

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This recipe was adapted from The Gourmet Slow Cooker cookbook, hence the name. If cooked for 4 hours using bone-in chicken breasts, the chicken is tender, moist and on the bone. Serve this over a bed of saffron rice for a wonderful, flavorful meal.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 4h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cinnamon stick, 2 to 3 inches, broken into pieces
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 yellow onions, thinly sliced
1 -2 garlic clove, minced
2 inches fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 cup chicken stock
2 teaspoons salt
2 whole skinless chicken breasts, bone-in, split
2 cups dried apricots
1/8 teaspoon saffron thread, soaked in
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • In a spice mill or coffee grinder, grind the cinnamon to a fine powder.
  • In a large saute pan over medium-high heat add the oil and when warm stir in sliced onions.
  • Saute onions, stirring frequently, for 10 to 15 minutes, until browned.
  • Add the garlic and grated ginger and stir for 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Add the cinnamon, ground cardamom, tomatoes, chicken stock and salt.
  • Cook for 5 minutes.
  • Place chicken in the crock pot and pour the onion mixture over.
  • Cover and cook on low for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is tender.
  • The last 30 minutes of cooking, add the apricots and saffron water.
  • Finish cooking and serve immediately on top of saffron rice.

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I'll definitely be making this again!


Kuldip kaur Brar
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was perfect.


Dimitri Vom Tahi
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy crock pot meal.


Md Shimul Hasan
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. The chicken is cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and elegant.


Arsénio Maiena
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The apricots and honey add a sweetness that pairs perfectly with the savory chicken and tangy sauce.


Aka the Andersons
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I had some leftover rotisserie chicken that I used in this recipe, and it turned out great.


Pearly Kitty
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this recipe was to make. I just threw all the ingredients in the crock pot and let it cook all day. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.


Kal alasle
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This recipe is a great way to change up your usual chicken routine. The apricots and honey give the chicken a sweet and tangy flavor that is sure to please everyone at the table.


Moses Moses
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The apricot chicken was a big hit at my dinner party. The chicken was moist and tender, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


The Alayya Collegiate
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for an easy and flavorful chicken dish.


Shahmeer Just
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I thought this recipe was just okay. The chicken was cooked well, but the sauce was a little bland. I would probably try a different recipe next time.


John ayomide
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This recipe was a little too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less honey or adding some other ingredient to balance out the sweetness.


Allybokus Naeel
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I was disappointed with this recipe. The chicken was dry and the sauce was bland. I would not recommend this recipe.


Sayem Ansari
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This recipe is a keeper! The apricot chicken was so delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making it again.


Scott Schlaepfer
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I've made this recipe twice now and it's always a hit. The chicken is so tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and tangy. I love serving it over rice or noodles.


Milagro Greer
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This was a great recipe! I made it for dinner last night and my family loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would highly recommend this recipe.


ren8gadrader
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The chicken was a little dry, but the sauce was amazing. I would definitely try this recipe again, but I would cook the chicken for a shorter amount of time.


Denise Lozada
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. I liked that I could just throw all the ingredients in the crock pot and let it cook all day.


Kristina Powell
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I loved the combination of sweet and savory in this dish. The apricots and honey added a nice sweetness, while the soy sauce and ginger gave it a savory kick. It was nice to try something different than my usual chicken recipes.


Shafique Ali
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This apricot chicken was fantastic! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.


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