SLOW COOKER CHICKEN WITH APRICOTS AND DATES

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Boneless, skinless chicken are marinated and then cooked slowly in the marinate flavored with cumin and cinnamon. Tender dates and apricots give the sauce a slightly sweet flavor. I served this with brown rice.

Provided by Crazycook in PA

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 7h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup orange juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 large onion, chopped
3/4 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup dried apricot, halved
1/2 cup dried and pitted dates, halved lengthwise

Steps:

  • Mix garlic, orange juice, cumin, cinnamon and 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a small bowl. Pour mixture in a ziplock bag.
  • Add chicken and shake to coat and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Heat remaining oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
  • Saute onion until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove onion and set aside and add contents of ziplock bag to skillet and saute just until brown on both sides, about 5 minutes.
  • Transfer chicken along with onions to crock pot.
  • Add broth, apricots and dates to crock pot and stir to combine.
  • Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours.

Wafa Saqib
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I'm not a big fan of apricots, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sweetness of the apricots paired well with the savory chicken and the sauce was delicious.


Mamun Molla
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This dish was easy to make and the chicken turned out moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Ajad Khan
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this dish. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and not too thick.


AQEELARAIN Ak
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This recipe was a great way to use up some leftover chicken. I added some vegetables to the pot and it made a delicious and healthy meal.


Yours Tareq Oni
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken turned out dry. I'm not sure what went wrong, but I will try again with a different recipe.


Brogan Caseday
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my husband loved it. I think next time I will reduce the amount of sugar in the sauce.


Nura Shehu
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken, and this recipe definitely delivered. The chicken was cooked to perfection and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I will definitely be making this again soon.


bryson coon0714
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of the chicken, apricots, and dates. I will definitely be making this again for my next party.


Untshidze Matamela
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.


Billal Bhuyan
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I'm not a big fan of dates, but I really enjoyed this dish. The apricots and chicken were a great combination, and the sauce was flavorful and not too sweet.


Dholo Dholo12
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this dish. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and not too thick.


Mateen Afridi
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This recipe was a great way to use up some leftover chicken. I added some vegetables to the pot and it made a delicious and healthy meal.


Atif Latif
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken turned out dry. I'm not sure what went wrong, but I will try again with a different recipe.


Rashed Raj
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my husband loved it. I think next time I will reduce the amount of sugar in the sauce.


Ash khan
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken, and this recipe definitely delivered. The chicken was cooked to perfection and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Faith Ngei
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of the chicken, apricots, and dates. I will definitely be making this again for my next party.


shannon Ventocilla
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out perfectly. I served it with rice and a side of vegetables, and it was a delicious and healthy meal.


Lezz Dum
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I'm not a big fan of apricots, but I really enjoyed this dish. The dates and chicken were a great combination, and the sauce was flavorful and not too sweet.


Md Afjal Hosen
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This dish was a hit with my family! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the apricots and dates added a delicious sweetness and tanginess. I will definitely be making this again.