Description
Crock Pot Catalina Chicken is a simple, flavorful slow-cooked meal featuring tender boneless, skinless chicken breasts smothered in a tangy and slightly sweet Catalina dressing-based sauce. This easy-to-make recipe requires minimal prep and delivers a delicious dinner perfect for busy days.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
Sauce
- 1 cup Catalina salad dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the Catalina dressing, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined to create a flavorful sauce.
- Layer the chicken: Arrange the chicken breasts at the bottom of your crockpot in a single layer to ensure even cooking.
- Add the sauce: Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the chicken, coating each piece thoroughly with the tangy mixture.
- Cook low and slow: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender, cooked through, and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Serve: Once cooked, you can shred the chicken with two forks or serve the breasts whole with the sauce spooned over the top. Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley or green onions for added color and flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh parsley or green onions for garnish if desired.
- Cooking times may vary depending on your crockpot model.
- Check chicken doneness with a meat thermometer to ensure safety.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
