Syrian Spice Delight Crockpot Chicken Recipe

Name: Syrian Spice Delight Crockpot Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 5 1/2 - 6 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, visible fat removed, cut into bite sized pieces & or; boneless skinless chicken thighs; 1 -2 large sweet onion, sliced (or diced); 6 -8 large garlic cloves, minced; 2 cups pitted prunes, quartered; 1/3 - 2/3 cup apricot preserves (more for sweeter entree); 1/4 cup honey; 1 tablespoon ground ginger; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 4 teaspoons ground cumin; 4 teaspoons ground coriander; 1 teaspoon white pepper; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon salt; 5 teaspoons chicken bouillon; 2 -3 cups water; 1/2 cup lemon juice; 3 cinnamon sticks, 3 inch pieces

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
5 1/2 - 6 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, visible fat removed, cut into bite sized pieces & or
boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 -2 large sweet onion, sliced (or diced)
6 -8 large garlic cloves, minced
2 cups pitted prunes, quartered
1/3 - 2/3 cup apricot preserves (more for sweeter entree)
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 teaspoons ground cumin
4 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
5 teaspoons chicken bouillon
2 -3 cups water
1/2 cup lemon juice
3 cinnamon sticks, 3 inch pieces

1
Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces, removing all visible fat.
2
Heat 3 TB olive oil to med-high in large skillet to cook chicken pieces. When cooked through (~10 minutes); transfer to crockpot (set at High to cook in 3-4 hours or Low to cook 8+ hours).
3
While chicken cooks, slice/dice onion.
4
Heat remaining 1 TB olive oil to med-high in same skillet and saute onion until translucent (~5 minutes); transfer to crockpot, mixing in well.
5
In 1 quart mixing bowl combine: Minced garlic, prunes, apricot preserves, honey, ginger, turmeric, ground cinnamon, cumin, coriander, white and black pepper, salt, chicken bullion. Add 2 cups water and mix thoroughly; pour over chicken-onion mix in crockpot and stir to combine. Can add additional cup of water, if more soup-y consistency is desired.
6
Stir in lemon juice and cinnamon sticks, cover and let cook desired time (3-4 hours at High, 8+ hours at Low). Can be served soup-y over rice or couscous, left cooking longer to thicken sauce OR --.
7
OPTIONAL QUICK THICKENING: after cooking time, turn crockpot to low; drain liquid to large-ish sauce pan (leave a bit in crockpot to keep chicken/etc. from sticking). Bring to boil and cook 'till reduced to gravy like consistency. Place chicken on platter and serve with rice or couscous and sauce on the side.

870

kcal

Calories

Fat

132

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided, 5 1/2 - 6 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, visible fat removed, cut into bite sized pieces & or, boneless skinless chicken thighs, 1 -2 large sweet onion, sliced (or diced), and more.

Yes, Syrian Spice Delight Crockpot Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Syrian Spice Delight Crockpot Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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