Slow Cooker Chicken with Fig Jam and Goat Cheese Delight

This Slow Cooker Chicken with Fig Jam and Goat Cheese is a unique, crowd-pleasing dish that combines sweet figs with savory chicken effortlessly.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 5

Total Time 5 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 480

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Chicken Breasts Main protein; swap turkey for a leaner option.

For the Sauce

1 cup Fig Jam Adds delightful sweetness; try apricot for variety.
3 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar Provides acidity.
3 cloves Minced Garlic Use fresh garlic for best flavor.
1 tablespoon Olive Oil For sautéing garlic, avocado oil is an alternative.
to taste Salt & Pepper Essential for flavor enhancement.

For the Creamy Finish

4 ounces Goat Cheese Adds richness; can substitute feta or blue cheese.

For the Seasoning

1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Add fresh thyme for brightness; dried can substitute.

Equipment

Slow Cooker

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper and place in the slow cooker.
Sauté minced garlic in olive oil for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Combine sautéed garlic and oil with balsamic vinegar and fig jam over the chicken in the slow cooker.
Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
In the last 15 minutes, crumble goat cheese over the chicken and cover to melt.
Serve the chicken with sauce, garnished with fresh thyme if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 540mgPotassium: 670mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 3IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 12mg

Notes

This recipe is gluten-free and can be customized with different jams or cheeses.

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