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Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken

by Sarah Olson on August 22, 2020 | Updated March 30, 2022 52 Comments

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Tender honey mustard chicken made in the slow cooker will be your favorite recipe! Sweet and tangy and goes perfectly with mashed potatoes.

If you are looking for more ways to make chicken breasts in your slow cooker then this recipe is a must-try! Also, try my Olive Garden Chicken or Buffalo Chicken.

close up of shredded creamy honey mustard chicken in a slow cooker.

This is a recipe that I have been tweaking over the years. My recent change is the addition of heavy cream to the recipe. It mellows out the flavors and helps makes a wonderful decadent sauce.

Recipe Ingredients

seasonings, chicken, mustard, honey, butter, worcestershire sauce and heavy whipping cream in front of a slow cooker.
  • Chicken – boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Honey – sweetens the dish
  • Mustard – standard yellow mustard
  • Butter – melted salted butter for butter makes everything better
  • Seasonings – garlic, salt, pepper, and oregano
  • Worcestershire sauce – this is the secret ingredient!
  • Heavy Cream – mellows out the sauce (Add this AFTER the cooking time is up)

Step-by-Step directions

2 photo collage. Ingredients for honey mustard in small bowls, and mixed honey mustard in a pink bowl.

Step One – In a small bowl mix the sauce ingredients together (wait to add the heavy cream).

2 photo collage. 3 chicken breasts with honey mustard before and after cooking in the slow cooker.

Step Two – Add the chicken breasts to the slow cooker, pour over the

Step Three – Place the lid on the slow cooker. Cook on LOW for 6 hours without opening the lid during the cooking time.

Step Four – When the cooking time is done, add the heavy cream. Shred the chicken with 2 forks and stir. Serve and enjoy!

Can I use a different cut of chicken?

This recipe is very versatile! You can use any of these chicken cuts with great results. Anything with skin on it I would remove before serving.

  • Drumsticks
  • Bone-in or boneless chicken thighs
  • Chicken tenderlions
  • Whole Chicken (this will take additional time to cook, usually around 8 hours on low or until cooked through )
finished cooking honey mustard chicken in slow cooker with wooden spoon in it.

Can I use Dijon mustard such as Grey Poupon?

  • Dijon mustard is made with white wine (or wine vinegar) and can add a great flavor to this dish.
  • You can use Grey Poupon Dijon Mustard though I suggest only using 1/4 cup and using 1/4 cup standard yellow mustard as well.

How should I serve honey mustard chicken?

  • Over mashed potatoes
  • With steamed white rice or rice pilaf
  • On toasted hamburger buns
grey plate with mashed potatoes and shredded honey mustard chicken on top.

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cooked shredded honey mustard chicken

Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken

4.92 from 35 votes
Tender slow cooker shredded chicken in a sweet but tangy honey mustard sauce.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 413kcal
Author: Sarah Olson

Equipment Needed:

  • Slow Cooker – 3 quart or larger

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup yellow mustard
  • 1 1/2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup salted butter melted
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/2 tsp. dried leaf oregano
  • 1/2 tsp. pepper
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (WAIT TO ADD UNTIL THE END)
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Instructions:

  • Add the chicken breast to the bottom of your slow cooker.
  • In a small bowl combine the honey, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, melted butter, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Wait to add the heavy cream until the end of the cooking time.
  • Pour the honey mustard mixture over the chicken breasts.
  • Place the lid on the slow cooker. Cook on LOW for 6 hours.
  • When the cooking time is up, add the heavy cream.
  • Using 2 forks, shred the chicken right in the slow cooker. Stir until the cream and sauce have combined.
  • Serve and enjoy!
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Recipe Notes:

Can I use a different cut of chicken?
This recipe is very versatile! You can use any of these chicken cuts with great results. Anything with skin on it I would remove before serving.
  • Drumsticks
  • Bone-in or boneless chicken thighs
  • Chicken tenders
  • Whole Chicken (this will take additional time to cook, usually around 8 hours on low or until cooked through )
Can I use a Dijon mustard such as Grey Poupon?
  • Dijon mustard is made with white wine (or wine vinegar) and can add a great flavor to this dish.
  • You can use Grey Poupon Dijon Mustard though I suggest only using 1/4 cup and using 1/4 cup standard mustard as well.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 413kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 144mg | Sodium: 655mg | Potassium: 624mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 588IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition info is auto-generated. This information is an estimate; if you are on a special diet, please use your own calculations.

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More chicken recipes to try next:

  • Slow Cooker Crack Chicken
  • Slow Cooker Chicken Tinga
  • Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken
  • Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Wings
  • Slow Cooker Apricot Chicken
  • Slow Cooker Leek Chicken
  • Slow Cooker Fiesta Chicken
  • Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken

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    Comments

    1. Chris says

      March 6, 2022 at 4:22 am

      I prefer my meat not shredded and thigh pieces with bone in fat removed or chicken breast chopped into medium cubes. I would brown chicken pieces first for the thigh pieces,then add to slow cooker with sauce. Would this work? It does look like a very nice recipe.

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        March 6, 2022 at 9:44 am

        You’ll want to cook for much less time. Or you’ll end up with tiny shreds of meat since you cut the chicken into cubes.

        Reply
    2. Hannah Roberts says

      January 25, 2022 at 12:48 pm

      I made this using fat free Greek yogurt as a healthy substitute for the cream and it was delicious! I also had it with roast potatoes which were yummy

      Reply
    3. Joann says

      September 30, 2021 at 6:50 pm

      5 stars
      This is absolutely delicious. The heavy cream is just the right finish. It’s really good with mashed potatoes and naan bread.

      Reply
    4. Heather says

      May 29, 2021 at 9:24 am

      What can I substitute the mustard for as we as a family do not like mustard

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        May 29, 2021 at 9:29 am

        Hi! I’d find another recipe with chicken. If I used something else it would need to be tested.

        Reply
    5. Millie says

      May 14, 2021 at 8:34 pm

      5 stars
      I doubled the sauce and cut my chicken breasts into quarters before putting them in to cook. I also added yellow onion because it’s my go-to. It’s definitely on the sweeter side but it’s absolutely INCREDIBLE. A massive hit with the family, I’ll be keeping this one in my regular rotation for a very, very long time. Thank you!

      Reply
    6. Jenny says

      May 12, 2021 at 6:52 pm

      Do i use frozen chicken with this? It looks amazing.

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        May 12, 2021 at 8:18 pm

        No, only thawed meats are used in these recipes.

        Reply
      • Christine says

        September 15, 2021 at 9:46 am

        I used frozen chicken breast and it turned out just fine!

        Reply
    7. Ava says

      May 4, 2021 at 6:10 pm

      Loved it.
      Served over spaghetti

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        May 5, 2021 at 12:47 pm

        Such a great idea!

        Reply
    8. rachel says

      May 3, 2021 at 10:15 am

      5 stars
      Great easy recipe! I added fresh green beans about 30 mins before cooking time is up and it was a nice addition. This is on the sweeter side but very good.

      Reply
    9. Kim says

      April 12, 2021 at 4:27 pm

      Any idea what a serving size it? I 1.5 the recipe and it was a hit. Just not sure how to measure leftovers for tracking.

      Reply
    10. Susan Cradduck says

      April 11, 2021 at 9:58 am

      3 stars
      Good but still too sweet for my husband and I. I did use half Dijon mustard as suggested. Could I use 1/4cup of honey and 3/4 cup of mustard?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        April 11, 2021 at 10:20 am

        Yes, you can taste it before you put it on the chicken and that will probably be more up to your preferences.

        Reply
    11. Bea Ansbaugh says

      April 5, 2021 at 8:12 am

      I’m 88 & looking forward to my Oregon son to visit. I like planning my meals ahead so I can spend time with my two sons and not spend all the time fixing good things to eat. The recipe for the Crock pot Honey Mustard chicken sounds like a perfect meal to serve. Hopefully it will turn out as good as it sounds. B

      Reply
    12. jenn says

      March 23, 2021 at 7:46 am

      would coconut cream be okay as a substitute for the heavy cream ? I’m lactose intolerant…..

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        March 23, 2021 at 8:28 am

        I have not tried. If you like it in other savory recipes, you may like it.

        Reply
    13. Sally Biello says

      February 17, 2021 at 9:48 am

      Can you make this with sliced potatoes?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        February 17, 2021 at 5:06 pm

        Hi, I have not tested it with potatoes. Unsure how it would taste.

        Reply
    14. Hannah says

      February 14, 2021 at 1:19 pm

      Hello, has anyone added veggies? At the beginning or towards the end? Do I add more sauce? Thanks!

      Reply
    15. Chuck Lisle says

      January 29, 2021 at 3:36 pm

      Could you substitute sour cream for the heavy cream?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        January 29, 2021 at 3:49 pm

        Yes! I think that would work fine.

        Reply
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