Best 7 Slow Cooker Sweet And Tangy Chicken Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Sweet and Tangy Chicken, a culinary delight that promises an explosion of taste in every bite. This delectable dish, crafted with tender chicken pieces enveloped in a luscious sauce, is a harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and savory notes. Prepare to embark on a taste adventure with our diverse collection of recipes, each offering a unique interpretation of this classic. From the simplicity of a 3-ingredient slow-cooker recipe to the vibrant flavors of a honey garlic variation, our recipes cater to every palate and cooking skill level. Get ready to transform your kitchen into a symphony of flavors as you explore the delectable world of Sweet and Tangy Chicken.

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SWEET 'N' TANGY CHICKEN



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My slow cooker comes in so handy during the haying and harvest seasons. We're so busy that if supper isn't prepared before I serve lunch, it doesn't seem to get done on time. This recipe is fuss-free and ready when we are.-Joan Airey, Rivers, Manitoba

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 medium onion, chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 pounds), cut up, skin removed
2/3 cup ketchup
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

  • In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine onion and garlic; top with chicken. In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, chili powder, lemon juice, basil, salt, pepper and pepper sauce; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low until juices run clear, 4-5 hours. Remove chicken to a serving platter; keep warm. , Skim fat from cooking juices; transfer to a small saucepan. Bring liquid to a boil. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Gradually stir into the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 2 minutes. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 110mg cholesterol, Sodium 892mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 38g protein.

SLOW COOKER SWEET AND TANGY CHICKEN



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Very, very good! Serve the chicken and sauce over rice.

Provided by Jan Taylor

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 9h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (18 ounce) bottles barbeque sauce
1 (15 ounce) can pineapple chunks
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
8 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix together barbecue sauce, pineapple with juice, green bell pepper, onion, and garlic.
  • Arrange 4 of the chicken breasts in the bottom of a slow cooker. Pour half of the barbecue sauce over the chicken. Place remaining chicken in slow cooker, and pour remaining sauce over the top.
  • Cover, and cook on Low for 8 to 9 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.4 calories, Carbohydrate 56.1 g, Cholesterol 60.8 mg, Fat 2.8 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 1461.4 mg, Sugar 41.4 g

SLOW-COOKER SWEET-AND-SPICY CHICKEN



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It's a busy cook's dream: dinner that makes itself. With a slow cooker, it's a reality. Toss together the few ingredients necessary to make this flavorful chicken dish, push a button, and find a comforting meal ready at supper time.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Time 3h50m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Coarse salt and ground pepper
4 chicken leg quarters (2 1/2 pounds total)
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, cut into 1/2-inch wedges (root end left intact)
3 garlic cloves, minced
3-inch piece peeled fresh ginger, sliced into rounds
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes
1/2 cup raisins

Steps:

  • In a large zip-top bag, combine cumin, cinnamon, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; add chicken and toss to coat. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Cook chicken, skin side down, until golden, about 4 minutes; flip and cook 2 minutes.
  • In a 5-to-6-quart slow cooker, place onion, garlic, and ginger. Add chicken, skin side up, then top with tomatoes and their liquid and raisins. Cover and cook on high until chicken is tender, 3 1/2 hours (or 6 hours on low).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 g, Fat 15 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 4 g

SWEET AND TANGY CHICKEN



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Spicy barbecue sauce blends with sweet pineapple in this quick-to-fix chicken dish. It's tasty enough for a company dinner; just add a salad and rolls. -Mary Zawlocki, Gig Harbor, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1 bottle (18 ounces) barbecue sauce
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, undrained
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Place four chicken breasts in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Combine the barbecue sauce, pineapple, green pepper, onion and garlic; pour half over the chicken. Top with remaining chicken and sauce. , Cover and cook on low until a thermometer reads 165°, about 5 hours. Thicken sauce if desired. Serve the chicken and sauce with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 1101mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

SLOW COOKER SWEET AND TANGY CHICKEN



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Make and share this Slow Cooker Sweet and Tangy Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by AZPARZYCH

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 9h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (18 ounce) bottles barbecue sauce
1 (15 ounce) can pineapple chunks
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix together barbecue sauce, pineapple with juice, green bell pepper, onion, and garlic.
  • Arrange 4 of the chicken breasts in the bottom of a slow cooker.
  • Pour half of the barbecue sauce over the chicken.
  • Place remaining chicken in slow cooker, and pour remaining sauce over the top.
  • Cover, and cook on Low for 8 to 9 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.9, Fat 3.5, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 75.5, Sodium 1329.6, Carbohydrate 61.5, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 45.3, Protein 25.6

SLOW-COOKER TERIYAKI CHICKEN



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Everyone needs a teriyaki chicken recipe up their sleeve, and this slow-cooker version couldn't be easier. The sweet and savory classic gets a fresh flavor boost from pineapple and green onions.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 2h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1/3 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon ground gingerroot
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 packages (20 oz each) boneless skinless chicken thighs
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water
2 cups chopped fresh pineapple
1/4 cup sliced green onions (about 4)
4 cups hot cooked white rice
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 lime, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Spray 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In cooker, combine broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, melted butter, gingerroot and garlic. Add chicken, and turn to coat. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 2 to 3 hours or until juice of chicken is clear when thickest part is cut (at least 165°F).
  • In small bowl, beat cornstarch and cold water. Quickly stir into chicken mixture in slow cooker; cover. Increase to High heat setting; cook 5 to 10 minutes or until thickened. Stir in pineapple and green onions.
  • Divide rice among 8 bowls. Divide chicken mixture among bowls of rice. Top with cilantro; serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 145 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1130 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g

SWEET AND TANGY PULLED CHICKEN SANDWICHES



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I created this just by messing around in the kitchen and craving a sweet meal for supper. My friends and family love it! Can be served with French fries, veggies, or mac and cheese.

Provided by MissPreNintendo

Categories     Chicken Sandwiches

Time 4h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast
1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle cola-flavored carbonated beverage (such as Coca-Cola®)
1 ½ cups barbeque sauce
½ cup raspberry walnut vinaigrette
¼ cup light brown sugar
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons teriyaki marinade (such as Kikkoman®)
½ teaspoon ground cardamom
¼ cup mayonnaise, or to taste
8 medium hamburger buns, split

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a slow cooker and pour cola-flavored beverage around it. Turn slow cooker to High and cook for 3 hours.
  • Meanwhile, mix barbecue sauce, vinaigrette, brown sugar, honey, teriyaki marinade, and cardamom in a mixing bowl until well blended. Place in the refrigerator.
  • After 3 hours, remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred. Set aside 1/2 cup of the cooking juices and discard the rest.
  • Return chicken and 1/2 cup juice to the slow cooker; stir to combine. Remove barbecue sauce from the refrigerator and pour and blend it into the chicken. Cook for 1 more hour.
  • Spread mayonnaise on hamburger buns and fill with pulled chicken and sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 757.5 calories, Carbohydrate 116.7 g, Cholesterol 61.1 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 35.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 1839.1 mg, Sugar 36 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs work well in this recipe. You can also use bone-in chicken, but it will take longer to cook.
  • Use a good quality BBQ sauce: The BBQ sauce is the star of this dish, so make sure to use one that you enjoy the taste of. Look for a sauce that is sweet, tangy, and slightly smoky.
  • Cook the chicken on low: Cooking the chicken on low heat for a long period of time will help to make it tender and juicy. If you cook the chicken on high heat, it is more likely to dry out.
  • Add pineapple chunks: Pineapple chunks add a sweet and tangy flavor to the dish. You can also add other fruits, such as peaches, mangoes, or oranges.
  • Serve with rice or noodles: Sweet and tangy chicken is a great main course to serve with rice or noodles. You can also serve it with roasted vegetables or a salad.

Conclusion:

Slow cooker sweet and tangy chicken is an easy and delicious meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is also a great dish to serve at a potluck or party. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the BBQ sauce is sweet, tangy, and slightly smoky. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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