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Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken

By: Kathryn Doherty | Last Updated: Mar 5, 2025 | Published: Sep 16, 2015
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Slow cooker honey mustard chicken takes just 5 minutes to prep and is great for an easy dinner or for meal prepping. Serve with rice or potatoes, as a sandwich or wrap or with a salad.

A white serving bowl with shredded crock pot honey mustard chicken with a sprig of parsley on top.


 

Can we put honey mustard on all.the.foods and call it a day?

OK, good. I don't have a ton of time for cooking some days. Slow cooker to the rescue!

(And check out this 15-minute skillet honey mustard chicken if you need a super fast meal for some nights in addition to today's crock pot version. Or try this Instant Pot honey mustard chicken.)

I don’t know about you, though, but I think slow cooker meals can be disappointing sometimes.

Plenty of things just don’t hold up well in a slow cooker and the flavors all just seem dull.

I’ve found and created a few gems over the years and am always on the lookout for new ones that might be keepers.

(Psst, this slow cooker honey garlic chicken is crazy flavorful and a reader favorite!)

Because you can’t beat the convenience of a slow cooker meal.

Shredded honey mustard chicken in a white bowl with a slow cooker in the background.

This slow cooker honey mustard chicken is one of those super easy, throw it in and forget it type of crock pot recipes (my personal favorite).

No pre-cooking or browning or even chopping needed here.

Also, you can totally use frozen chicken breasts for this recipe. They can be a really affordable way to buy chicken, especially when the bags are on sale!

And this honey mustard chicken is so versatile.

Here are a few of our favorite ways to serve it.

Ingredients laid out beside a slow cooker, including frozen chicken breasts, mustards, broth and honey.
Frozen chicken breasts in a slow cooker with a honey mustard sauce poured over them.
Cooked chicken in a honey mustard sauce in a slow cooker.
Shredded cooked chicken in a honey mustard sauce in a slow cooker.

Serving Ideas:

  • You can serve the chicken with some of the extra sauce over brown rice, couscous, quinoa or even polenta. Pair it with a side salad or steamed or roasted broccoli and you've got a delicious meal.
  • It's also great over a fast baked potato. I like pretty much anything over a potato.
  • Or sometimes we make honey mustard shredded chicken sandwiches. Pile the chicken on a burger bun and add your favorite fixings - mayo, some lettuce and tomato, even some bacon or avocado slices. YUM!
  • Or put the shredded chicken in a whole wheat wrap with some broccoli slaw and roll it up for a delicious, light lunch.

You can also use this slow cooker chicken as a protein for a salad or grain bowl.

This is a great way to use leftovers or to have it on hand throughout the week if you've meal prepped it over the weekend.

One easy crock pot chicken recipe, endless possibilities… which is why I usually double the recipe and eat on it all week or freeze some of the extra for another night.

Shredded honey mustard chicken in a white bowl with a fork resting in it and a slow cooker in the background.

Speaking of, let's talk about what to do with the leftovers.

Storage Tips:

  • The leftovers, once cooled, can be stored in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.
  • Reheat over medium low heat in a skillet or in single servings in the microwave.
  • The leftovers also freeze great! Once cooled, place in a freezer-safe ziptop bag or container, label and ate it, and freeze for up to 5 months. Defrost overnight in the refrigerator and then reheat in the microwave or in a skillet.

Tip: Store and freeze the extras with plenty of the sauce from the slow cooker. That will help keep it moist when you defrost it and reheat it to serve later.

Add this to your regular rotation and you’ll be happy you let your slow cooker make you dinner.

Enjoy!

XO,

Kathryn

A white serving bowl with shredded crock pot honey mustard chicken with a sprig of parsley on top.
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Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Chicken

Slow cooker honey mustard chicken takes just 5 minutes to prep and can be used in so many ways!
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time4 hours hrs
Total Time4 hours hrs 5 minutes mins
Yield: 6 -8 servings

Ingredients

  • 2.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup honey
  • ¼ cup Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
  • ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • Optional: an extra tablespoon each of Dijon and whole grain mustard

Instructions

  • Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and add to crock pot.
  • Whisk remaining ingredients together in a small bowl until well combined. Pour over the chicken in the crock pot.
  • Cook on high for 3-4 hours (or low for 6-8 hours). If possible, stir it around somewhere halfway through the cooking time. Don’t worry if you’re not there to do this part.
  • Once it’s cooked, remove the chicken breasts and shred with two forks (or in a stand mixer if you have one).
  • Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir it in with the sauce to get everything coated. If you like it extra mustardy, like me, add the extra tablespoon each of Dijon mustard and whole grain mustard. Gives it a nice punch of flavor!
  • Let the chicken sit in the slow cooker on warm for 10-15 minutes to help soak up the juices. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Chicken: You can use fresh or frozen chicken breasts. You could also substitute boneless, skinless chicken thighs or use a mix of chicken thighs and breasts if you prefer.
You can easily double this recipe so you have one batch to eat now and one batch to freeze and eat later.
Leftovers: The leftovers, once cooled, can be stored in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. Reheat over medium low heat in a skillet or in single servings in the microwave. The leftovers also freeze great! Once cooled, place in a freezer-safe ziptop bag or container, label and ate it, and freeze for up to 5 months. Defrost overnight in the refrigerator and then reheat in the microwave or in a skillet.
Serving: This chicken is great served with brown rice, quinoa, couscous or even polenta. It's also great as a sandwich or wrap or as a protein for a salad or grain bowl.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 370kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 60g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 161mg | Sodium: 726mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g
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  1. Sammie @ The Annoyed Thyroid

    September 17, 2015 at 8:02 am

    I love cooking in the slow cooker and this looks all kinds of delicious. Cooking a batch now and a batch of later is always a good idea and the possibilities for serving are almost endless! Love it!

    Reply
    • Kathryn

      September 17, 2015 at 2:30 pm

      Thanks, Sammie! I always like to have a little extra stashed away, just in case. 🙂 Cause I can always find a way to use it!

      Reply
  2. Nisreen

    September 18, 2015 at 12:31 am

    I love this... For mom on the go a fast wrap is a life saver!

    Reply
    • Kathryn

      September 18, 2015 at 6:21 am

      So with you on that Nisreen! A one-handed portable food is always a good idea 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  3. Chris @ SimpleFood365

    September 18, 2015 at 7:59 pm

    We love chicken at our house and anything you can do in the slow cooker is just a winner! This looks and sounds great!

    Reply
    • Kathryn

      September 19, 2015 at 1:15 pm

      Thanks so much, Chris! We are big chicken eaters, too, and yes - the slow cooker is such a help!

      Reply
  4. Amanda | The Cinnamon Scrolls

    September 19, 2015 at 1:15 am

    It's times like these when I wish I owned a slow cooker. Honey-mustard chicken is one of my faves!!

    Reply
    • Kathryn

      September 19, 2015 at 1:16 pm

      Oooh, Amanda, you gotta get one! Such a time saver 🙂

      Reply
  5. Claire | Sprinkles and Sprouts

    September 19, 2015 at 4:55 am

    I love how easy this is!
    So perfect if you need to make a big batch of chicken wraps/sandwiches etc.
    Yum.
    Pinning

    Reply
    • Kathryn

      September 19, 2015 at 1:16 pm

      Thanks Claire! Yes, it's great for making a batch of sandwiches and wraps for the week to have on hand. Hope you give it a try!

      Reply
  6. Lynne Blacketer

    September 20, 2015 at 2:08 pm

    Sounds like an amazing recipe! Now, I just have to get a crock pot!

    Reply
    • Kathryn

      September 20, 2015 at 8:04 pm

      Haha, thanks Lynne! Hope this encourages you to buy - it's such a huge help on busy weeks to be able to prep part or all of your dinner in the crock pot!

      Reply
  7. Mireille

    September 22, 2015 at 8:40 pm

    I don't use my slow cooker as often as I should. This looks great!

    Reply
    • Kathryn

      September 23, 2015 at 10:43 am

      Thanks Mireille! I should use mine more often too (aka all the time!) - makes dinner a breeze 🙂

      Reply
  8. Kim @ Land of Zonkt

    September 26, 2015 at 12:45 am

    Oh I love this... because I am also in love with my slow cooker.
    I use it summer, winter, spring... it doesnt get dusty in my cupboards and this recipe looks sensational. Can't wait to give it a try. Versitlity plus!
    From FFF link-up, also if your interested, every Sunday we host a Meal link up party called Your Weekly Feed sharing meal inspiration for the week ahead. Love it if you'd pop by maybe link-up a scrumptious recipe or too.
    x

    Reply
    • Kathryn

      September 26, 2015 at 1:59 pm

      Thanks, Kim! I love a recipe that can do double or triple duty and last throughout the week 🙂 I will definitely check out the link-up - thanks and have a great weekend!

      Reply
  9. Lauren @ Create Bake Make

    September 27, 2015 at 6:15 pm

    Ooh I love Honey and Mustard and agree it should be put on EVERYTHING! This looks so easy and delicious, I've pinned it to try out soon. Thanks so much for linking up with us for Fabulous Foodie Fridays!

    Reply
    • Kathryn

      September 27, 2015 at 8:15 pm

      Let's do it, Lauren - a week of all honey mustard! Well, OK, maybe not ALL... but I'm glad you're with me 😉 Thanks for hosting such a delicious party! Hope you give this a try - I love having it on hand to use in so many ways!

      Reply
  10. Quinn Caudill

    October 02, 2015 at 4:22 pm

    Kathryn great crock pot recipe. I am always looking for new ones. Pinned! Thanks for sharing with us at Throwback Thursday link party. Please join us again next week and invite your friends to join. Have a great weekend! Quinn

    Reply
    • Kathryn

      October 02, 2015 at 6:33 pm

      Thanks Quinn! Crock pots make for such easy dinners, don't they? Thanks for hosting such a yummy party!

      Reply
  11. Kari

    October 08, 2015 at 10:17 pm

    I just made a recipe with Honey Dijon soup with kale and purple potatoes! What a great idea to slow cook honey dijon into chicken. And I love all the ideas of how to eat it!! I already said that I was going to cook in the crock pot more this fall. I am going to try this recipe!!

    Reply
    • Kathryn

      October 09, 2015 at 3:48 pm

      That sounds like a yummy dinner too, Kari! Slow cookers are such a lifesaver but I'm like you - I don't use mine often enough. Let this be the fall of slow cooker meals! I hope you love this honey mustard chicken - thanks for stopping by 🙂

      Reply
  12. Easy Peasy Life Matters

    April 05, 2016 at 5:18 pm

    This looks amazing!!! We love honey mustard at our house so this recipe is right up our alley! 🙂

    Reply
    • Kathryn

      April 05, 2016 at 10:04 pm

      I'm a total honey mustard addict - have been since I was little 🙂 Hope you try this and let me know what you think!

      Reply
  13. Tez @ Chile and Salt

    August 16, 2016 at 8:05 pm

    Hi Kathryn, just wanted to tell you how much I enjoy your site & recipes. Hope you don`t mind but I used your Salmon, Potatoes and Asparagus Sheet Pan Dinner in a blog post today. Obviously linking to your original post & giving you credit) You can see it at http://www.chileandsalt.com/16-seafood-recipes-you-need-now/ if you`re interested. Thanks for all the great posts.

    Reply
    • Kathryn

      August 17, 2016 at 4:39 pm

      Thanks so much Tez! Don't mind at all - thanks for featuring me! I'll be sure to share the post!

      Reply
  14. Kerri

    September 04, 2023 at 2:12 pm

    I have just made this in the slow cooker for sandwiches and it’s so good it was a struggle for it to make it onto the sandwiches and not into my mouth. Thank you so much.

    Reply
    • Kathryn Doherty

      September 06, 2023 at 8:01 am

      I'm so happy to hear you loved it Kerri! Thank you so much for sharing! 🙂

      Reply
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