Crockpot Chicken and Sweet Potatoes
A comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken thighs and sweet potatoes, slow-cooked to perfection.
Equipment
- Slow Cooker 3 1/2 to 4-quart size recommended
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 3 medium sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1 cup peach preserves or apricot preserves
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth or water
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Start by gathering all your ingredients to make the cooking process smooth and enjoyable.
- Sprinkle the salt, cayenne pepper, paprika, curry powder, and ground ginger on both sides of the chicken thighs. Rub the spices into the chicken to ensure they are well-coated.
- In a 3 1/2 to 4-quart slow cooker, place the cubed sweet potatoes and chopped onion at the bottom. This base will soak up all the delicious flavors!
- Lay the seasoned chicken thighs on top of the sweet potatoes and onions.
- Pour the peach preserves, apple cider vinegar, and soy sauce over the chicken. This combination creates a wonderful glaze.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 6 to 8 hours. The chicken should reach an internal temperature of at least 160°F (use a meat thermometer to check), and the sweet potatoes should be tender when pierced with a fork.
- In a small bowl, mix the chicken broth and cornstarch with a wire whisk until smooth. This will help thicken the sauce.
- Add the cornstarch mixture to the slow cooker and stir gently to combine. Be careful not to disturb the chicken too much.
- Cover the slow cooker again and cook on high for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened nicely.
- Serve hot and enjoy your delicious meal! For a little extra flavor, consider adding some chopped garlic or fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary.
Notes
For a little extra flavor, consider adding some chopped garlic or fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary. If you prefer a spicier dish, increase the amount of cayenne pepper to suit your taste.