Honey-Mustard Glazed Chicken Thighs (Slow Cooker)

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Fall-off-the-bone chicken thighs coated in a sticky-sweet honey-mustard glaze, simmered with carrots and celery. Perfect for effortless weeknight dinners with no active cooking time. This american-inspired slow cooker (gluten-free) ready in about 190 minutes pairs bone-in chicken thighs, honey, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 3.9 (10 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 180 min Serves 4 American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 1 lb bone-in chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: In a bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp dried thyme until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Place 1 cup sliced carrots and 1 cup chopped celery in the bottom of a 4-quart slow cooker. Arrange chicken thighs on top, then pour the honey-mustard mixture evenly over the chicken.
  4. Step 4: Pour 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth around the chicken, then cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 3 hours until chicken is tender and reaches 165°F.
  5. Step 5: Once cooked, transfer chicken to a serving platter and spoon the sauce and vegetables over the top. Discard any excess liquid before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Mustard Glazed Chicken Thighs (Slow Cooker) take to make?

Total time is about 190 minutes (10 min prep + 180 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Honey-Mustard Glazed Chicken Thighs (Slow Cooker)?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bone-in chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Mustard Glazed Chicken Thighs (Slow Cooker)?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Honey-Mustard Glazed Chicken Thighs (Slow Cooker) for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Honey-Mustard Glazed Chicken Thighs (Slow Cooker) gluten-free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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