Slow Cooker Chicken with Red Wine and Mushrooms
- Cuisine: American
- Course: Main Dish
- Skill Level: Beginner
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- Yield: 4
- Servings: 4
- Prep Time: 15m
- Cook Time: 9:00 h
- Ready In: 9:15 h
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Nutritional Info
This information is per serving.
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Calories
320.4 -
Carbohydrates
3.8 g -
Cholesterol
107.1 mg -
Fat
13.1 g -
Fiber
1.0 g -
Protein
45.1 g -
Saturated Fat
2.2 g -
Serving Size
1 -
Sodium
353.2 mg -
Sugar
1.1 g -
Trans Fat
2.6 g -
Unsaturated Fat
0.6 g -
Potassium
687.4 mg
Slow cooker chicken with red wine and mushrooms is a dish that’ll be on your table in just minutes and it tastes incredible.
The Health Benefits of Eating More Chicken in the Slow Cooker
A slow cooker is a great way to cook chicken because it turns out moist and flavorful. It’s also a great way to get your family to eat more chicken, which can be a healthy protein option for dinner.
In this article, we will give you some ideas for healthy dinners that you can make in your slow cooker. These recipes have been carefully chosen for their health benefits and taste.
The Health Benefits of Eating More Chicken in the Slow Cooker
A slow cooker is a great way to cook chicken because it turns out moist and flavorful. It’s also a great way to get your family to eat more chicken, which can be a healthy protein option for dinner. In this article, we will give you some ideas for healthy dinners that you can make in your slow cooker.
What are the health benefits of mushrooms?
Mushrooms are a group of fungi that contain more than 20,000 species. They are the world’s most popular type of fungus.
The health benefits of mushrooms vary depending on their color and variety. The most common health benefits include:
-Boosting the immune system
-Improving cardiovascular health by lowering cholesterol levels
-Providing energy for people suffering from fatigue -Improving brain function
-Preventing cancer
Slow Cooker Chicken with Red Wine and Mushrooms
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- roasting chicken, skinned and cut into pieces
- 1½ cups mushrooms
- 1 yellow onion, peeled and diced
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
- 1 cup (250 ml) chicken broth
- 6 oz (180 g) can tomato paste
- 1/2 cup (250 ml) dry red wine
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
Method
Step 1
Preheat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet until hot. Cook half of the chicken pieces on each side for 3-5 minutes, until browned. Using a slotted spoon, remove the cooked chicken and set it aside.
Step 2
Using the same method, cook the remaining chicken. Heat the remaining olive oil in a large skillet. Add mushrooms, onions, and garlic and cook, stirring until onions are soft.
Step 3
Transfer mushroom mixture to slow cooker. Top with cooked chicken. In a mixing bowl, combine chicken broth, tomato paste, red wine, sugar, oregano, and seasoning. Mix well and pour mixture over chicken.
Step 4
Cover slow cooker and cook in a low-heat setting for up to 9 hours. Stir in basil and serve immediately.
