Ingredients

The following ingredients have 10 Servings
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided use)
  • 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Instruction

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium high heat. 
  • Season the chicken breasts on all sides with the salt, pepper and Italian seasoning.
  • Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
  • Place the chicken in a slow cooker.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, chicken broth, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar and garlic. 
  • Pour the sauce over the chicken. Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours, or HIGH for 2-3 hours.
  • Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and place on a plate; cover with foil to keep warm.
  • Pour the liquid from the slow cooker into a pot. Heat the pot over medium heat and bring the sauce to a simmer.
  • Mix the cornstarch with 1/4 cup of cold water. Add the cornstarch to the pot and bring to a boil.
  • Cook for 1 minute, or until sauce has just thickened. 
  • Add the butter to the pot and stir until melted. Remove the pot from the heat.
  • Slice or shred your chicken and pour the sauce over the top. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.