Slow Cooker Bacon Glazed Chicken

Here’s a delicious recipe for Slow Cooker Bacon Glazed Chicken:

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 8 slices of bacon
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Bacon and Chicken:
   • Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate. Once cooled, crumble the bacon.
   • Lightly season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika.
2. Prepare the Glaze:
   • In a bowl, mix together the brown sugar, maple syrup, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and dried thyme.
3. Slow Cooker Assembly:
   • Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
   • Pour the glaze mixture over the chicken.
   • Sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the top.
4. Cooking:
   • Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
5. Finishing Touches:
   • Once the chicken is cooked, you can thicken the glaze if desired. Remove the chicken breasts and set aside. Pour the glaze into a small saucepan and simmer over medium heat until it reduces and thickens.
   • Return the chicken to the slow cooker and pour the thickened glaze over the top.
6. Serve:
   • Serve the bacon glazed chicken with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or a fresh salad.

Tips:

• For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the glaze mixture.
• This recipe pairs well with steamed vegetables or a light pasta dish.

Enjoy your slow cooker bacon glazed chicken!